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This Is the Life: Mindfulness, Finding Grace, and the Power of the Present Moment
Before we decipher life, let us see life.
Before we wish for another life, let us feel this life.
Before we give in to “if only,” let us listen to this moment.
Before we succumb to “someday,” let us inhale this day.
Before we trade in this life for the life we “should” have, let us taste this life.
We are born to savor life, to live in the moment. What holds us back? When we stop the noise, the distraction, the compulsion to perform, the fear of rejection, we make space to savor the power of the present moment. We carry this capacity to honor the present into every encounter and relationship, meaning that we honor the dignity that is reflected by God’s goodness and grace. Every encounter, every relationship, is a place to include, invite mercy, encourage, receive, heal, reconcile, repair, say thank you, pray, celebrate, refuel, and restore.
This book is an invitation to practice, to savor, the sacred present. We are called to be available. To be curious. To be alive. To be willing to be surprised by joy. To know there is power in the word enough.
Ask yourself What will you choose to honor today?
Before we wish for another life, let us feel this life.
Before we give in to “if only,” let us listen to this moment.
Before we succumb to “someday,” let us inhale this day.
Before we trade in this life for the life we “should” have, let us taste this life.
We are born to savor life, to live in the moment. What holds us back? When we stop the noise, the distraction, the compulsion to perform, the fear of rejection, we make space to savor the power of the present moment. We carry this capacity to honor the present into every encounter and relationship, meaning that we honor the dignity that is reflected by God’s goodness and grace. Every encounter, every relationship, is a place to include, invite mercy, encourage, receive, heal, reconcile, repair, say thank you, pray, celebrate, refuel, and restore.
This book is an invitation to practice, to savor, the sacred present. We are called to be available. To be curious. To be alive. To be willing to be surprised by joy. To know there is power in the word enough.
Ask yourself What will you choose to honor today?
160 pages, Paperback
Published October 14, 2019
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February 1, 2021
I really enjoyed the wisdom of this book. The sources and stories were varied, inspiring and challenging to the status quo of life, though still approachable. I took this one slow and read a chapter at a time to try and let things sink in and make changes to my thoughts and patterns.
February 16, 2026
Loved this book! I’d give it 6 stars if I could!
November 10, 2021
THIS IS THE LIFE is Terry Hershey's powerful, but sensitive insight into living each day, each moment. He uses numerous life examples and scripture to convey how we may exchangle complexity in our lives for simplicity and thankfulness; a look at God's graces and gifts. Exceptionally well written.
January 26, 2020
Very thought provoking book. Came away with a lot of thoughts.
February 23, 2020
Insightful, inspiring and a must read for those on the path of contemplation
August 31, 2020
Read this with a group. Love in the moment and find sanctuary. Uplifting stories.
September 23, 2020
Great reminders on how to simply be present
I always enjoy a book that reminds me of the simple things in life. Why do we complicate it so much? We need to slow down and breathe!
I always enjoy a book that reminds me of the simple things in life. Why do we complicate it so much? We need to slow down and breathe!
March 7, 2021
Great nuggets about savoring life and living in the moment. Provocative. Folksy tempo with relevant stories. Rich
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