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Continue reading →: The Spirit of Giving: Remembering and Becoming More Like GodEach November, and precisely on November 11 each year, Canadians pause to remember the sacrifices of men and women who gave their lives in service to their country. Remembrance Day invites us to reflect not only on what they gave up but also on what we might give in return,…
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Continue reading →: Fear not, let your hearts be comfortedForty years ago I was serving as a missionary in Florence. At that time, I was enduring a very difficult challenge that was almost hampering my purpose of what I was doing. It was painful, even surreal. And I did not know what to do. As a missionary, I taught…
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Continue reading →: Your Dream Is Bigger Than Any Setback: A Reflection in Faith and ResilienceOnce a month I have the privilege to facilitate a Spiritual Care session at the Kelowna General Hospital. The purpose of these sessions is to help the patients of the psychiatric unit to receive additional support through their healing process and journey. I truly and honestly believe that Spiritual Health…
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Continue reading →: To Be Merciful is To Be StrongThe most popular story in my family, and one that has had the deepest impact on me as a kid, was and is about Mercy. My father used to tell me how my grandfather was such a forgiving and merciful man. He was a colonel in the army in charge…
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Continue reading →: The Meaning and Value of Acceptance: A Spiritual PerspectiveAt the last session I facilitated at the hospital, I felt inspired to talk and discuss the value of “Acceptance.” We had a very good session and many of the people attending – people that are struggling to find a sense of and identity in this world, and definitely some…
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Continue reading →: Peace Be StillChange, turmoil, selfishness, struggles, and much more. This is, somewhat, the world we live in today. The drama of global instability that is unfolding before our own eyes, even caught me off guard and my first reaction was not at all positive. This is uncharacteristic of me. I am usually…
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Continue reading →: The Difference Gratitude MakesI have said this many times over, but in our fast-paced and often demanding world, it’s easy to overlook the importance of gratitude. Cultivating an attitude of gratitude can have a profound impact on our overall well-being and outlook on life. For this reason, let me share and explore what,…
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Continue reading →: Angels and PoppiesMy grandfather was a career soldier. He attended the School of War in Turin, Italy and began his military career in the early 1910’s. He survived three wars — a colonial war and two World Wars — managing, in the meantime, to marry and have six children who lived to…
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Continue reading →: Faith is a Principle of Action and PowerThe author reflects on how their role as a volunteer Spiritual Care Practitioner has not only assisted others in finding solace but also helped them discover their own purpose. Through personal experiences, they emphasize the importance of faith, love, and the impact of individual connections in overcoming life’s challenges and…
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Continue reading →: Welcome to Mindsoulness!
In a world that too often feels fast-paced and overwhelming, finding balance and nurturing both our mental and spiritual well-being can be transformative. I am beginning this blog space to explore the connection between spiritual health and mental health, uncovering how these vital aspects of our lives can help us…
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I’m Alberto
Welcome to Mindsoulness, where mind and soul meet! After a long career in local government, I have begun serving others as a Spiritual Care Practitioner. During my service, I have found that, in this time and age, people have a deep desire for serenity, peace, and a place in life. With this blog, I hope to provide some perspective that may help others in their individual spiritual and mental journey. We are all on a quest for something. Nowadays, our quest has many different facets. Let’s explore them together!
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