256: Breath Prayer with Christine Valters Paintner

About this episode

Merideth and Christine Paintner discuss the transformative practice of breath prayer.

In this deep and delightful conversation, Merideth and Christine Paintner explore the ancient practice of breath prayer and how it can be a transformative tool for contemplation, creativity, and navigating moments of transition. Listen to the end for a blessing for 2026! Links: Guest: Christine Valters Paintner, Online Abbess of Abbey of the Arts (a virtual monastery and global community celebrating its 20th year). Book: Give Me a Word: The Promise of Ancient Practice to Guide Your Year Become a Joyster and join us for the January "Word of the Year Art Party" on January 9th.

People in this episode

Host: Merideth

Guest: Christine Valters Paintner

Topics covered

• breath prayer
• contemplation
• creativity
• transition

Keywords

• ancient practice
• transformation
• blessing for 2026

Mentioned in this episode

Products: Give Me a Word: The Promise of Ancient Practice to Guide Your Year

Books & works: Give Me a Word: The Promise of Ancient

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