I listened to the book, Fully Alive: Tending to the Soul in Turbulent Times by Elizabeth Oldfield using my library’s Hoopla app. I would imagine that the author and I would have many differences. But, I imagine that she would be very welcoming to discuss those differences in a friendly chat over tea. She challenges my thinking about monastic living in the 21st century. She lives a semi-monastic life.
I am going to let Microsoft Co-Pilot AI summarize the book.
“Fully Alive: Tending to the Soul in Turbulent Times” by Elizabeth Oldfield explores how to cultivate resilience, kindness, and spiritual strength in a world filled with turbulence and change. Using the framework of the seven deadly sins, Oldfield delves into practical ways to transform negative traits into positive ones:
- Sloth to Attention: Encourages focusing on what truly matters and avoiding distractions.
- Wrath to Peacemaking: Promotes becoming a calming presence in an age of outrage and division.
- Gluttony to Awe: Suggests finding transcendence in meaningful experiences rather than indulgence.
- Pride to Connection: Emphasizes overcoming disconnection to foster intimacy and community.
Oldfield combines personal anecdotes with ancient wisdom to offer a relatable and insightful guide for living a more meaningful and fulfilling life
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