Welcome to
Inspiration Station
The Wondering Process of Spiritual Inquiry
The entire day felt like a “wondering process of spiritual inquiry” as we made our way through Chicago’s diverse southside neighborhoods.
Who Are We to One Another
We are together in the world to learn something from one another; to give something of value to one another and to receive in return, whether it be a compassionate glance, a smile, an encouraging word, or a deep life lesson.
Pure Presence
Pure Presence allows an individual to listen deeply; to offer the deepest empathy and spiritual care to whomever they are with.
In Memoriam - SGTI Student Bijayananda Singh
This post is in honor of one of SGTI's most luminous students, Bijayananda Singh, who departed this earth one month ago. He will be dearly missed.
The Practice of Opening
Guest Post from SGTI Alum, Christine Hiester: What if this practice of opening– this discomfort, this deep presence with exactly what is in each sacred moment (and they are all sacred) – is the only work?
Guided by a Tree, Part II
Jeanette Banashak has just had an article published by Spiritual Directors International for their blog. Her article guides you through a complete practice of inviting a tree to be your spiritual director
Could a Tree Be Your Spiritual Director?
How have trees been your companions?
Spiritual Directors International Conference Reflections
This spring, SGTI, SGTI students and alumni, as well as 1600 others, participated in Spiritual Directors International’s first virtual conference…
Interspiritual Meditation
Written by SGTI alum: I give thanks…
What Is Ours to Do Right Now?
It is our deep desire to have ongoing conversation about race, class, ability, gender and other identities as well as their intersections and to incorporate critical discussions within our curriculum.
"Curious and Afraid"
Today, we are pleased to offer a sampling of poetry and artwork submitted by one of our students
What Is the Quality of Your Silence?
Access to quiet has been primarily granted to those with privilege, including people who have had access to quieter neighborhoods and resources for technologies that enhance peace.
Chant to Open Our Hearts to "The One Who Loves"
Featuring an SGTI alum: "I decided to create a video with a chant I composed and recorded along with images of candles from different traditions and a Hafiz poem—one of my favorites!
How Do You See Yourself?
We, as instructors, as well as our students, may describe ourselves in a multitude of ways. All ways are honored here.
The Mandala and Nature Immersion
Working with our spiritual styles helps us to relate to life’s grand questions in ways that nurture and support us.
The Next Thing in Line to be Loved
At SGTI, we encourage our students to express their learning in creative ways. Today, we gladly offer this series of poems by one of our current students, Katie Spero.
Nature Immersion
In the experience/meditation, we take in nature through the senses…We stimulate and engage our senses by being awake and alert to what we see, smel, taste, and feel.
Keep Your Heart Open to Yourself in Challenging Times
At times we may feel less than kindly toward ourselves— self-critical, judgmental, or disappointed.
Emotions within a Spiritual Guidance Session
Our hope as spiritual companions is to promote our shared humanity in a context of trust and care.
Compassionate Communal Care in the Time of Covid
Our inner wisdom knows, instinctively, that other people are the place to go for help and holding, for grieving, for hope.
