By Dr. Katie Eastman & Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino Gratitude is often seen as good manners—saying “thank you” for a gift, a meal, or a kind word. But gratitude is far more than politeness. It is a spiritual practice that shifts how we see the world. Gratitude invites us to move from scarcity to abundance, from complaint to appreciation, from distraction to presence. Spirituality teaches us that gratitude is not only a response to good things but also a choice in difficult time

By Dr. Katie Eastman & Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino When life feels uncertain, hope is often the light we cling to. Hope is more than wishful thinking—it is a spiritual practice, a way of orienting ourselves toward possibility, even when the present feels heavy. Hope doesn’t deny reality. It doesn’t pretend that pain, loss, or challenge don’t exist. Instead, hope says: Even in this, there may still be something good ahead. It is a belief that tomorrow can hold meaning, growth,

By Dr. Katie Eastman & Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino Loss is something every human being experiences—not just once or twice, but every single day. Some losses are obvious and concrete, like the death of a loved one, the loss of health, or the end of a relationship. These are tangible losses, and they often take center stage in our lives. Other losses are less visible. They may include the fading of a dream, the loss of a role or identity, or the shift of a community that no long

By Dr. Katie Eastman & Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino The word consciousness  can sound complicated, but at its heart, it’s very simple. Consciousness is awareness —the ability to notice what’s happening in and around you, to reflect on it, and to choose how you want to respond. Some describe spiritual consciousness  as awareness that goes a step further—awareness that connects us to meaning, values, and something larger than ourselves (Mayer, Spirituality and Consciousness , 200

By Dr. Katie Eastman Most of us don’t choose change willingly. We don’t wake up and say, “Today I’ll make major changes in the way I...

Navigating Grief, Change, and Growth: An Inspiring Journey with Dr. Katie Eastman

By Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino and Dr. Katie Eastman Change can be a catalyst for growth and transformation, yet many of us find ourselves...

By Dr. Katie Eastman Change is one of life’s greatest challenges. Whether it’s a personal transition like losing a loved one or a...

By Dr. Katie Eastman and Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino Change is a natural part of life, yet for many of us, it feels anything but natural....

By Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino Change often promises fresh starts and exciting opportunities. Yet, intertwined with every change—no matter...

By Dr. Katie Eastman Change. It’s a word that can evoke excitement, dread, or something in between. No matter how we feel about it, one...

The Five Stages of Grief, developed by Dr. Elisabeth Kübler-Ross, can provide a framework to navigate grief and loss.

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