First, spend a moment noticing and naming your general state in the moment. Does your life feel chaotic or calm? Are you lacking direction or are you overwhelmed? These kinds of questions can help you figure out what you may actually need this Lent. If you are feeling chaotic, giving up social media or taking up a prayer/meditation practice might be a good intention for Lent. If you are feeling calm or numbed by overwhelming things, it may be helpful to give up one thing that brings stress and take up one thing that helps you feel like you are making a difference for something that really matters to you. Now spend another moment noticing and naming… how does the idea of what you are taking up or giving up speak to that. Keep at it. There are 5 weeks in Lent and you may need to adapt along the journey. Let it be a blessing to you! – Pastor Trudy Stoffel
