More Than One Way

What does it mean to live wholeheartedly? Meg Sprouse returns to More Than Way as our special guest to discuss how we live from the depths of our heart in a personal and authentic way.  How do we find the courage to move from our minds to our hearts to have a more full encounter with life?Resources:10 Guideposts for Wholehearted Living - Brené BrownHomeboy IndustriesBida SaigonContact Us: Email | Instagram | Facebook | Web Presented by: The Center for Spiritual PracticeCreative Team: Nathan Tipton, Christibeth Paul, Scott Brun, Thom Rasnick, Kerry Ruff, Paul Ruff, & Whitney RossOriginal Music composed by: Paul Ruff

"Yes", "No", "Maybe ", "Wait and see", how does God answer prayer? A listener recently sent an email suggesting we discuss the "More Than One Way" God answers prayer. The mystery of answered prayers guides our discussion on this episode as we journey into our understanding of prayer, our image of God, and much more. Contact Us: Email | Instagram | Facebook | Web Presented by: The Center for Spiritual PracticeCreative Team: Nathan Tipton, Christibeth Paul, Scott Brun, Thom Rasnick, Kerry Ruff, Paul Ruff, & Whitney RossOriginal Music composed by: Paul Ruff

An incredible first-hand account of a near death experience is the focus of our latest episode of More Than One Way. We welcome a new friend, Steve, to share his experience from "the other side" and the impact it has had on his daily life.  For those who have questions, concerns, and fears about death, we hope this conversation sheds light in the darkness and brings peace.Contact Us: Email | Instagram | Facebook | Web Presented by: The Center for Spiritual PracticeCreative Team: Nathan Tipton, Christibeth Paul, Scott Brun, Thom Rasnick, Kerry Ruff, Paul Ruff, & Whitney RossOriginal Music composed by: Paul Ruff

We when encounter someone who has a distinctly different world view how do we respond? In this episode of More Than One Way we look at two ways to understand how we make choices, free will and determinism. We are joined by our own MTOW team member CB Paul for a discussion that touches will power, judgement,  luck, comparison, compassion, and more.Links:Determined by Robert SapolskyRobert Sapolsky on The Michael Shermer ShowRobert Sapolsky on Armchair Expert with Dax ShepardPleasantvilleContact Us: Email | Instagram | Facebook | Web Presented by: The Center for Spiritual PracticeCreative Team: Nathan Tipton, Christibeth Paul, Scott Brun, Thom Rasnick, Kerry Ruff, Paul Ruff, & Whitney RossOriginal Music composed by: Paul Ruff

What hopes do you have as you enter the winter holidays?   How do you best engage this season? Do you love the flurry of sights, songs, and sounds or do you favor a more Silent Night approach? Do you feel the festivities like Clark Griswold or wrestle with the bitterness of the Grinch? As we have all experienced, there's More Than One Way to holiday. Join us for a timely journey from self awareness, to self care, to self giving.Contact Us: Email | Instagram | Facebook | Web Presented by: The Center for Spiritual PracticeCreative Team: Nathan Tipton, Christibeth Paul, Scott Brun, Thom Rasnick, Kerry Ruff, Paul Ruff, & Whitney RossOriginal Music composed by: Paul Ruff

Stories of heartache, hope, and healing come to light in this episode of More Than One Way.  Local elementary school Guidance Counselor Deedee Brownlee joins us for a discussion about trauma. She brings her experience in mental health and helpful resources to guide out time together.  The conversation flows with humor to ease the tension, personal experiences, and a well known story to lead us to a deeper understanding and a posture of kindness and compassion. Resources:"What Happened to You?: Conversations on Trauma, Resilience, and Healing                           By Bruce D. Perry, M.D., Ph.D & Oprah WinfreyContact Us: Email | Instagram | Facebook | Web Presented by: The Center for Spiritual PracticeCreative Team: Nathan Tipton, Christibeth Paul, Scott Brun, Thom Rasnick, Kerry Ruff, Paul Ruff, & Whitney RossOriginal Music composed by: Paul Ruff

As we look at the world around us and peer into the future of the communities and organizations we love, what questions we should be asking? What should we be paying attention to?  What pulls and tugs at our hearts? We are thrilled to welcome our special guest Brian McLaren for a discussion about the church and community of tomorrow. Brian is an author, speaker, podcaster, teacher with a wealth of wisdom, experience, and resources to share.  You can access his impactful content at https://brianmclaren.net/ . As always, with any discussion, we are reminded there is More Than One Way. Contact Us: Email | Instagram | Facebook | Web Presented by: The Center for Spiritual PracticeCreative Team: Nathan Tipton, Christibeth Paul, Scott Brun, Thom Rasnick, Kerry Ruff, Paul Ruff, & Whitney RossOriginal Music composed by: Paul Ruff

Is it even possible? Where would you even begin? In a world that demands you choose a side, a world that cannot resist dividing humanity into "good" and "bad" people, what do you do with a statement as radical as, "love your enemies?" In this episode of More Than One Way we welcome special guest Mary Ellen Brewington to venture into a discussion about loving others, even those seemingly beyond our ability to do so.  Contact Us: Email | Instagram | Facebook | Web Presented by: The Center for Spiritual PracticeCreative Team: Nathan Tipton, Christibeth Paul, Scott Brun, Thom Rasnick, Kerry Ruff, Paul Ruff, & Whitney RossOriginal Music composed by: Paul Ruff

There are those moments, when we are brought out of our routine, and recognize the beautiful mystery of connections all around us.  More than mystery, the spiritual traditions point to our interconnectedness with others as a deeper reality.  On this episode of "More Than One Way" we are joined by special guest Meg Sprouse to share stories of connection.  The discussion leads us from instagram, to a Boston restaurant, to a little league ball game, a sky sweeping rainbow, and more.  Contact Us: Email | Instagram | Facebook | Web Presented by: The Center for Spiritual PracticeCreative Team: Nathan Tipton, Christibeth Paul, Scott Brun, Thom Rasnick, Kerry Ruff, Paul Ruff, & Whitney RossOriginal Music composed by: Paul Ruff

We are excited to welcome back local newsperson Abby Ham for a second appearance on More Than One Way.  Abby has a front row seat to the many challenging stories that flood our headlines.  In this episode we discuss sin through the lens of current and biblical stories, looking beyond just good and bad.   Contact Us: Email | Instagram | Facebook | Web Presented by: The Center for Spiritual PracticeCreative Team: Nathan Tipton, Christibeth Paul, Scott Brun, Thom Rasnick, Kerry Ruff, Paul Ruff, & Whitney RossOriginal Music composed by: Paul Ruff

Have you found yourself reacting to the speed or crawl of passing time? Time is a funny thing. We save it, spend it, manage it, waste it, savor it, take it, lose track of it, count it, ask for more of it, wish it would slow down, wish it would speed up, cherish it, and on and on and on. On this episode of More Than One Way we take some time to talk about time and all that it brings. Set your podcast listening speed to your preference 😀 and take a moment to consider...time. Contact Us: Email | Instagram | Facebook | Web Presented by: The Center for Spiritual PracticeCreative Team: Nathan Tipton, Christibeth Paul, Scott Brun, Thom Rasnick, Kerry Ruff, Paul Ruff, & Whitney RossOriginal Music composed by: Paul Ruff

Many things come to mind when we hear the term "religion", some positive and some negative. Have you wrestled with how this word is used? In this episode of More Than One Way, we respond to a listener submitted video clip about the definition of religion. Contact Us: Email | Instagram | Facebook | Web Presented by: The Center for Spiritual PracticeCreative Team: Nathan Tipton, Christibeth Paul, Scott Brun, Thom Rasnick, Kerry Ruff, Paul Ruff, & Whitney RossOriginal Music composed by: Paul Ruff

On this episode of More Than One Way we go deeper into our conversation from Episode 20 about asking for help to an exploration of identity, the true self.  We trace a journey from historical wisdom to current science as we seek to lend a framework for answering the question, "Who am I?" We lean into the mystery and are led by the phrase, "Yes, but more."Contact Us: Email | Instagram | Facebook | Web Presented by: The Center for Spiritual PracticeCreative Team: Nathan Tipton, Christibeth Paul, Scott Brun, Thom Rasnick, Kerry Ruff, Paul Ruff, & Whitney RossOriginal Music composed by: Paul Ruff

Mental Health and Wellness Director, Machaela Rausch, joins us for a discussion about vulnerability as a sign of bravery not weakness.  This episode explores "More Than One Way" to ask for help and the cultural challenges we face on our journey of being human. Contact Us: Email | Instagram | Facebook | Web Presented by: The Center for Spiritual PracticeCreative Team: Nathan Tipton, Christibeth Paul, Scott Brun, Thom Rasnick, Kerry Ruff, Paul Ruff, & Whitney RossOriginal Music composed by: Paul Ruff

On this episode of the More Than One Way Podcast we welcome special guest, Mary Ellen Brewington, for a discussion about the world of prayer. The phrase "thoughts and prayers" seems to be ever present in today's uncertain world. Whether shared as a way to fill the silence or delivered as a sincere intention to support and surround a person or community, there is certainly more than one way to pray.  Join on us on a journey from Math, to meditation, to Duke university, to Cleveland Clinic, to Robin Williams, to Meister Eckhart, to a great underground river as we dig into to the mysteries of prayer. Contact Us: Email | Instagram | Facebook | Web Presented by: The Center for Spiritual PracticeCreative Team: Nathan Tipton, Christibeth Paul, Scott Brun, Thom Rasnick, Kerry Ruff, Paul Ruff, & Whitney RossOriginal Music composed by: Paul Ruff

In this episode of the "More Than One Way" podcast we look at beliefs shape our experiences, our ability to see the world around us. College football fanhood, a man born blind, a God of the weather, a grandmother's love, a Sunday School disinvitation, and Seinfeld all find their way into the discussion as we use the lens of stories to challenge our own capacity to see beyond A and B, Door #1 and Door#2, to rewire our brain and experience a whole new paradigm. Contact Us: Email | Instagram | Facebook | Web Presented by: The Center for Spiritual PracticeCreative Team: Nathan Tipton, Christibeth Paul, Scott Brun, Thom Rasnick, Kerry Ruff, Paul Ruff, & Whitney RossOriginal Music composed by: Paul Ruff

"I just don't have time to hear myself think!" We all know the feeling of being so busy, so distracted, so "on the move" that it's hard to find mental space.  On this episode of More Than One Way we are thrilled to be joined by our special guest Abby Ham, morning news anchor, mom, wife, and more for a discussion that journeys from 3 am alarms, the Alaskan wilderness, Caribbean poolside playlists, and finally to the foothills of prayer.  Episode Resources:The Comfort Crisis by Michael EasterContact Us: Email | Instagram | Facebook | Web Presented by: The Center for Spiritual PracticeCreative Team: Nathan Tipton, Christibeth Paul, Scott Brun, Thom Rasnick, Kerry Ruff, Paul Ruff, & Whitney RossOriginal Music composed by: Paul Ruff

On this Episode of More Than One Way we respond to listener requests for a deeper dive into Dreams. Using an iceberg as the visual metaphor, we explore several dreams, how they might be understood, and what they may be offering the dreamer.  Stepping into this work is an exercise in vulnerability and one more way to grow to a deeper understanding our ourselves. The books mentioned in the episode are linked below. Inner Work by Robert A. JohnsonDreams: God's Forgotten Language by John A. SanfordDreams, A Portal to the Source by Edward C. Whitmont & Sylvia Brinton PereraContact Us: Email | Instagram | Facebook | Web Presented by: The Center for Spiritual PracticeCreative Team: Nathan Tipton, Christibeth Paul, Scott Brun, Thom Rasnick, Kerry Ruff, Paul Ruff, & Whitney RossOriginal Music composed by: Paul Ruff

It's a new year and time for fresh starts, new goals, resolutions, and intentions.  Many jump in to this practice, which first surfaced over 4,000 years ago, with visions of a new and improved version of themselves.  Has this been effective for you?  Some find it helpful, others do not.  On this episode of More Than One Way we look at the motivation behind resolutions and intentions and explore one way to approach this season in a different way.Contact Us: Email | Instagram | Facebook | Web Presented by: The Center for Spiritual PracticeCreative Team: Nathan Tipton, Christibeth Paul, Scott Brun, Thom Rasnick, Kerry Ruff, Paul Ruff, & Whitney RossOriginal Music composed by: Paul Ruff

'Tis the season!  The holidays are here and all that they bring with them.  Traditions, memories, hopes, joy, cheer, and oh so much more.  On this episode of More Than One Way, we talk about this special time of year and the expectations we each have of ourselves and each other.  You may agree that "It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year!" or you may experience the holidays differently.  It may be a season of stress, sadness, and anxiety.  How ever you celebrate and experience this time of year, we hope this episode provides you will some helpful ways to survive the holidays.Contact Us: Email | Instagram | Facebook | Web Presented by: The Center for Spiritual PracticeCreative Team: Nathan Tipton, Christibeth Paul, Scott Brun, Thom Rasnick, Kerry Ruff, Paul Ruff, & Whitney RossOriginal Music composed by: Paul Ruff