An Examen of Slothfulness
Prayerfully consider the last day/ half day to discern the presence and place of slothfulness in your life.
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In the past day/ half-day I struggled to START things (projects, conversations, activities) which are vital to my thriving and flourishing. *
very much
very little
In the past day/ half-day, I struggled to FINISH things (projects, conversations, activities) are vital to my thriving and flourishing. *
very much
very little
In the past day/ half-day, I was anxious or restless or distracted. *
very much
very little
In the past day/ half-day, I had significant periods of inactivity, but didn't feel rested or fulfilled by them. *
In the past day/ half-day, I was busy all day, but didn't accomplish much that seemed to contribute to my larger life-purpose of loving God and loving neighbor. *
My calendar is full but my heart is empty. *
Very much so
Definitely not
During the past day/ half-day, I stopped some habits and practices which, in the past, have helped me connect meaningfully with God or with others. *
Mostly
Not at all
If someone looked at how I spent my time and energy during the past day/ half-day, what would they say the purpose and passion of my life is? *
Ideally, what is my purpose and passion? *
When I was distracted during the past day/ half-day, it had to do with ... *
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One thing I could do to be more present and focused, rather than living "virtually" in my past or present is... *
What might be a good time during your day to recite this pledge? "Today I will not live virtually, replaying what has happened, fearing what may happen. Today I will live victoriously,savoring each moment,existing here and nowhere else,living with purpose and passion." *
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What might be a good time during your day to recite this pledge? "Today I will persevere in what is purposeful,even if it becomes painful. I will not surrender or stop,even when good things become hard things. I will not be deterred, distracted or dissuaded from any delight or difficulty that leads to my divine destiny." *
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One thing I can STOP doing which is keeping me from what matters most is: *
One thing I can START doing which leads me toward what matters most is: *
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