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A Season of Mystery

10 Spiritual Practices for Embracing a Happier Second Half of Life

by Paula Huston

Patheos Book Club features "A Season of Mystery: 10 Spiritual Practices for Embracing a Happier Second Half of Life" by Paula Huston, a grace-centered approach to aging, fear, boredom, and the rewards of growing older. | read more»

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About A Season of Mystery

Spiritual Director Paula Huston invites us to approach the second half of life as an "ordinary mystic," instead of succumbing to the world's false ideas about aging. | read more »

A Season of Mystery: Read Chapter One

If our modern myths about aging are really just consoling illusions, then where can we find a more truthful view? | read more »

Paula Huston's Website

For more reflections and writings from author and spiritual director Paula Huston, visit her website here. | read more »

Embracing Aging: A Q&A with Paula Huston

"Ironically enough, the very losses that lead us into temptation can also open us up to the divine in a way we’ve never before experienced." Paula Huston reflects on spirituality in the second half of life. | read more »

Walnut Boats and Fur-Ball Mice: The Real Gifts of Christmas

In our case, the best cure for Christmas-induced stress turned out to be the labor of our hands. | read more »
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