Episode 74

From Stress to Contentment: The Role of Sacred Space with Tommy Thompson

Throughout this episode, we'll uncover the power of space in physical, emotional, and relational contexts. Tommy introduces practical steps to incorporate space into our daily lives, from clearing physical clutter to practicing Sabbath and scheduling pauses. We'll also touch on philosophical insights about space and the profound impact it can have on reducing stress and promoting mental clarity.



Tommy's journey of faith and personal growth through life's trials, including his daughter's cancer, adds a deeply human element to the conversation. Join us as we explore the transformative power of creating space and learn how to navigate life's demands with a sense of peace and purpose.




This episode is a deep dive into:

Contentment through Space: True growth and maturity come from recognizing that what we have is enough, and practicing space allows us to nurture better relationships and enhanced purpose.



Healing and Reflection: Journaling helps resolve inner tensions, allowing us to face past events, plan for the future, and promote emotional health and ego management.



Practical Space Creation: Start small – clean physical clutter, prioritize important tasks, and dedicate time for quiet reflection. This incremental space creation reduces stress and enhances clarity.



About the Guest:

Tommy Thompson is a deeply reflective individual. He finds a way to quiet his busy mind and deepen his spiritual connection, even without his Bible in hand. Tommy's dedication to this scripture highlights his desire for tranquility and his continuous pursuit of spiritual growth.

About the Podcast

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Mindful You

About your host

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Alan Carroll

Alan Carroll is an Educational Psychologist who specializes in Transpersonal Psychology. He founded Alan Carroll & Associates 30 years ago and before that, he was a Senior Sales Training Consultant for 10 years at Digital Equipment Corporation. He has dedicated his life in search of mindfulness tools that can be used by everyone (young and old) to transform their ability to speak at a professional level, as well as, to reduce the psychological suffering caused by the misidentification with our ego and reconnect to the vast transcendent dimension of consciousness that lies just on the other side of the thoughts we think and in between the words we speak.