Emotions & Elements Examen
Air & Space – Discover Resources
"In returning and rest you shall be saved..."
- Isaiah 30:15
An Invitation to the Examen
This featured resource draws upon the sacred elements of Air & Space, where the Spirit of God moves gently through your breath, your thoughts, your spaciousness, and your deep longing for clarity.
Whether you are seeking stillness at the edges of your day or entering a season of quiet transformation, this Examen becomes a sacred rhythm: a way to listen, release, and be held.
Breathe in Presence. Exhale distraction. You are already being held.
Breath & Spirit Playlist
This playlist is curated to help you open to the invisible presence of God through breath and sound. Let the music create space for contemplation, release, and gentle expansion. Close your eyes and lie on the ground to enjoy the music, or let it move your body, center your mind, and direct your soul as you prepare to read, pray, or reflect on your day through the Examen.
Sacred Reading
These books connect beautifully to the Air & Space elements of creative openness, longing, and the breath of the Spirit:
Use this Examen at the close of day or during quiet moments to reflect with the Spirit:
Daily Rhythm of Prayer
Use the reflections and practices as anchors for your:
Morning and evening prayer
A quiet day of retreat
A week of contemplative listening
Or a season of sacred pause
Example Suggested Rhythm:
Morning Practice – Begin with Breath, Music Movement, and Reflection
Evening Practice – Rest in Reflection with the Examen
Download Examen for detailed rhythm.