wonder | Whitneyhopler

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Apr 9
2 min

Finding Inspiration from Nature for Our Work

One day I took a wonder walk – a walk to intentionally look for awe – when I needed a break from dealing with a challenging work problem....

Apr 1
1 min

Words of Wonder - April 2021

Feeling awe expands our perspective so we can see the possibilities in our lives. Just like buds burst open into flowers, our minds can...

Mar 20
2 min

What Are You Wondering?: Lifelong Learning

Lifelong learning and seeking experiences of awe work together in a wondrous cycle. Both pursuits expand people’s perspectives.

Mar 12
4 min

5 Lessons on Wonder from St. Patrick

Saint Patrick is one of the world’s most beloved saints. The popular St. Patrick’s Day holiday that Patrick inspired is a time for...

Mar 6
2 min

Words of Wonder - March 2021

This month, my family and I are preparing the soil in our backyard to expand our garden. We're digging up some grass and a top layer of...

Feb 26
2 min

Your Wonderful Senses: Touching

Sometimes when I need a reminder of God’s rock-solid trustworthiness, I touch a stone from the Sea of Galilee that I bought on a...

Feb 12
2 min

Your Wonderful Senses: Tasting

Our taste buds can lead us to wonder as we enjoy various foods and drinks. Each different taste we encounter can inspire us with...

Jan 29
1 min

Your Wonderful Senses: Smelling

The scents we smell physically can lead us to encounter wonder spiritually. Our sense of smell opens up our perception to new...

Jan 15
2 min

Your Wonderful Senses: Hearing

Our physical sense of hearing can help us spiritually tune into the wonder around us. Listening to music is an especially powerful way of...

Jan 1
2 min

Your Wonderful Senses: Seeing

Our physical senses are portals through which we can experience spiritual awe. Paying attention to our vision can literally open our eyes...

Dec 18, 2020
2 min

Shining Light in the Darkness at Christmas and Beyond

Christmas lights inspire wonder because they symbolize the hope we have through Jesus, the light of the world.

Nov 27, 2020
3 min

Investigating Mysteries

Mysteries challenge us to go beyond the limits of what we know, what we understand, and what we think is possible.

Nov 20, 2020
2 min

Giving Thanks in All Circumstances

Pursuing wonder expands our perspective so we can shift our focus from our changing circumstances to God’s unchanging love.

Nov 13, 2020
2 min

Pray and Meditate with Freedom

Communicating with God is meant to be an enjoyable process that leads to wonder.

Nov 6, 2020
5 min

Reading for Wonder

Reading for inspiration (rather than just information) is a simple habit that can lead you to profound experiences of awe.

Oct 23, 2020
2 min

The Wonder of Deathbed Visions

The wonder of deathbed visions shows that we can think of death without fear, and even let death inspire us while we're living each day.

Oct 9, 2020
2 min

Wonder is as Close as Our Next Breath

Practicing mindful breathing with the intention of seeking inspiration from God welcomes wonder into our lives.

Sep 29, 2020
2 min

Wake Up to Wonder Book Released!

My book Wake Up to Wonder is now available! It's filled with inspiring stories, biblical wisdom, and scientific research into awe (wonder).

Aug 28, 2020
2 min

Grow Wonder in a Garden

A garden puts us in touch with nature in a primal way, evoking awe in our souls.

Aug 14, 2020
2 min

Wonder Walks that Surprise You

When we’re surprised, we become more alert to our surroundings. That helps us discover the unexpected wonder around us.

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