The Art of Calm: Spiritual Exercises for the Anxious Soul

The Art of Calm is a companion for those suffering from mental health issues, providing practical guidance and personal insight to help break free from emotional bondage. It combines personal stories with reflective questions and creative exercises to promote a more centered and peaceful life.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 18 April 2023
Publisher: Church Publishing Inc

A revelatory, pragmatic, and beautifully rendered companion for the millions suffering from mental health issues, The Art of Calm is an invaluable resource for anyone struggling with anxiety, fear, or depression. Bursting with deep personal insight and uplifting practical guidance, this remarkable and therapeutic journey begins by charting the author's own devastating psychological descent—which included panic attacks so severe they landed him in the emergency room. When the medical system proved unable to provide sustained help, however, a floundering Roger Hutchison turned to his faith for guidance. The healing path God led him on was nothing short of miraculous, offering not only authentic spiritual renewal but also a profound sense of belonging in a world where he once only felt like a stranger.

Weaving these personal stories with thoughtful questions, journaling prompts, and a wide range of inspirational practices, Hutchison creates a self-help tapestry of compassion, vulnerability, and action. At the end of each chapter, a colorful variety of reflections and creative exercises—from photography, music, and meditation to cooking, hiking, and art— encourage readers to get up and discover a more centered and peaceful life. The result is an essential tool for finding tranquility in the midst of both inner and outer turmoil.

Weight: 354g
Dimension: 152 x 230 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781640656321