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by Scott Stoner
The Living Compass Spirituality and Wellness Initiative is a non-profit that creates low-cost, often free, wellness resources, including this podcast, currently used by tens of thousands of adults, teens, parents, faith communities, and organizations around the world. The Rev. Dr. Scott Stoner, the founder of this initiative, is a licensed marriage and family therapist and Episcopal minister. He has over forty years of experience equipping individuals, couples, parents, and families with the tools and inspiration they need to navigate their lives and relationships with awareness and intention.
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- 3 days ago8 min
"Sunscreen and Self-Compassion," Episode #182, July 28, 2026
Scott's recent visit to the dermatologist created an opportunity for him to see the connection between the importance of applying regular doses of both sunscreen and self-compassion for one's overall well-being. The Living Compass app has several meditations on self-compassion. Find it at: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/living-compass/id6738334257 https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.livingcompass&hl=en https://app.livingcompass.org Scott can be reached at scott@livingcompass.org Self-Compassion Quotes referenced in this episode: Kristin Neff: "Unlike self-criticism, which asks if you're good enough, self-compassion asks what's good for you." Louise Hay: "You've been criticizing yourself for years and it hasn't worked. Try approving of yourself and see what happens." Dr. Christopher Germer: "Self-compassion is simply giving the same kindness to ourselves that we would give to others." Jack Kornfield: "If your compassion does not include yourself, it is incomplete." Brené Brown: "Talk to yourself as you would to someone you love." Eleanor Brown: "Stop beating yourself up for beating yourself up."
- 1 weeks ago8 min
"How the Wildfires Are Reminding Me About the Importance of Mindful Breathing," Episode #181, July 20, 2026
Living in Wisconsin, smoke from wildfires in the US and Canada has had a dramatic effect on our air quality, making it difficult to breathe at times. In this episode, Scott reflects on how life can also make it difficult to breathe emotionally and spiritually. At such times, we're reminded that breath and spirit are deeply connected — as we can see in the word "respiration" — and that all prayer is grounded in mindful breathing. One takeaway from the challenge of the wildfires is to see it as an invitation to be more intentional about breathing deeply and prayerfully — especially when life feels challenging.
- 3 weeks ago8 min
"You Don't Have to Sit Still to Be Still."
Scott talks about two recent experiences he had that reminded him of the power and simplicity of walking meditation. He provides some guidance on how to get started with this practice. Please know, too, that there are several guided walking meditations in the Living Compass app. Download the free app on your phone's app store or find it online at https://app.livingcompass.org. Reach out if you want more guidance on this practice at scott@livingcompass.org.
- Jun 30, 20266 min
"When a Cup of Coffee Is So Much More than a Cup of Coffee," Episode #179, June 30, 2026
In anticipation of the Fourth of July, Scott shares a "declaration of interdependence," based on his morning meditation with his cup of coffee.
- Jun 25, 20267 min
"Rooting for One Another," Episode #179, June 26, 2026
Inspired by joining over 100,000 fans at a World Cup pre-game party and march in Seattle, Scott talks about the spirituality of rooting. The double meaning of "rooting" is explored — meaning to cheer one another on, and to ground us more deeply in our spirituality. The episode invites each of us to think of someone specific in our lives who could use a little rooting on right now.
- Jun 16, 20267 min
"Keys to the Beautiful Game and a Beautiful Life," Episode #177
The Beautiful Game: Soccer as a Guide to Living a Beautiful Life Living Compass Spirituality and Wellness Podcast Episode Summary Host Scott Stoner — Episcopal minister, licensed marriage and family therapist, 40-year soccer player, and lifelong fan — draws on the principles of "the beautiful game" to explore what it means to live a beautiful life. Recorded during World Cup season, this episode is an invitation to see the wisdom embedded in the world's most beloved sport. Key Themes 1. Simplicity Soccer is the simplest of games — all you need is a ball and two goals (even makeshift ones made from backpacks or duct-taped newspaper). With only 17 rules, it's accessible to the youngest children and the most resource-limited communities. Scott reflects on a teammate from Indonesia who learned to play with a homemade newspaper ball and garbage can goals — and became one of the finest players Scott has ever shared a field with. The invitation: where might simplicity open up more beauty in your own life? 2. Diversity The World Cup is a living celebration of human diversity. Scott reflects on the remarkable Spain vs. Cabo Verde match — the largest ranking gap in World Cup history — and the overnight fame of Cabo Verde's 40-year-old goalkeeper. He also shares from his own playing community, which includes people from Nigeria, Saudi Arabia, Argentina, England, South Africa, Peru, Russia, Colombia, and Tunisia. Diversity isn't just welcome in the beautiful game — it's essential to it. The same is true of a beautiful life. 3. Flow Unlike American sports that emphasize constant action and scoring, soccer invites us to appreciate flow — the movement, the playmaking, the improvisational dance of the game. A 0-0 match can be among the most beautiful games ever played. Scott notes that soccer coaches do their real work in practice; during the game itself, the players are in charge. Life, too, calls us into this kind of trust — less micromanaging, more presence and responsiveness. 4. Improvisation Within the flow of the game, players are constantly making real-time decisions without a script. This improvisational quality — responding to what's actually happening rather than what was planned — is as essential to living well as it is to playing well. Reflection Questions Where might you simplify your life to create more beauty? How are you embracing diversity in your relationships and community? Are you focused more on goals and scores, or on the flow of the journey itself? Where is life inviting you to improvise rather than control? Connect with Scott 📧 scott@livingcompass.org 🌐 livingcompass.org The Living Compass Spirituality and Wellness Podcast is rooted in the belief that our spirituality can be a compass in all aspects of our lives.
- Jun 9, 20268 min
"Liminal Time: Honoring the Space Between No Longer and Not Yet," Episode #176, June 9, 2026
Liminal time is that time between "no longer" and "not yet." It is something we experience in many seasons of our lives — something we see now as we enter the season of graduations and weddings. Other experiences of liminal time, though, come not by choice but by loss. This episode explores how the two most important factors in helping us when we find ourselves in the "in between" times are spirituality and community.
- May 29, 20267 min
"Is Your Recreation Truly Re-Creative?" Episode #175, May 26, 2026
Is Your Recreation Truly Re-Creative? As summer begins, host Scott Stoner invites listeners to reflect on a simple but important question: Is your recreation actually restoring you — or are you just zoning out? Scott distinguishes between mindlessly scrolling or numbing out (easy to do, but not truly restorative) and activities that create genuine flow — that quality of being so present and engaged that you lose track of time. For Scott, those activities are playing mandolin at bluegrass jams and riding his bike. Both draw him fully into the moment and replenish him body, mind, and spirit. This idea of true rest has deep roots. Sabbath — woven into the founding traditions of Judaism and Christianity — is ancient wisdom about the necessity of restoration. When we neglect it, the signs show up across all dimensions of our wellbeing: emotional flatness, spiritual dryness, physical depletion, relational withdrawal. A simple practice to try this week: Choose one dimension of your wellbeing — physical, emotional, spiritual, or relational — and do one thing that is genuinely replenishing for that area. You already know what it is. The challenge is simply remembering and then choosing it. Bonus points if one activity nourishes more than one dimension at once. The Living Compass app offers courses, self-guided retreats, and guided meditations. Find it at app.livingcompass.org or in any app store. Questions or reflections? Reach Scott at scott@livingcompass.org.
About Living Compass Spirituality & Wellness
The Living Compass Spirituality and Wellness Initiative is a non-profit that creates low-cost, often free, wellness resources, including this podcast, currently used by tens of thousands of adults, teens, parents, faith communities, and organizations around the world. The Rev. Dr. Scott Stoner, the founder of this initiative, is a licensed marriage and family therapist and Episcopal minister. He has over forty years of experience equipping individuals, couples, parents, and families with the tools and inspiration they need to navigate their lives and relationships with awareness and intention.
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