<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Best Ever Woo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Welcome to Best Ever Woo, Making Spirituality Real, Relevant, and Everyday.]]></description><link>https://www.choosepeacetoday.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 01:06:57 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.choosepeacetoday.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Spirituality as a Way of Being Human]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dr. Katie Eastman &#38; Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino Here on Best Ever Woo, we’ve explored spirituality through the lenses of gratitude, forgiveness, compassion, liminal space, resilience, and hope. Each of these practices reveals something simple yet profound: spirituality is not something outside of us—it is woven into what it means to be human. Spirituality is not about escaping reality. It is about engaging reality with depth and presence. It is about pausing in the middle of change, loss,...]]></description><link>https://www.choosepeacetoday.com/post/spirituality-as-a-way-of-being-human</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68fba525a51f8a9292879f71</guid><category><![CDATA[Best Ever Woo]]></category><category><![CDATA[Faith and Hope]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2025 16:13:42 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_8781e0359d9c47ff9b3d491054b7d2c1~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Forgiveness, Letting Go, and the Spiritual Act of Surrender]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dr. Katie Eastman &#38; Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino Forgiveness is often talked about as the key to healing. Many religious and spiritual traditions encourage us to forgive those who have harmed us, and research shows that forgiveness can promote health and peace of mind. But for some people, especially survivors of abuse or trauma, forgiveness of another may not feel possible—or even appropriate. It’s important to acknowledge this truth: healing does not always require forgiving the person who...]]></description><link>https://www.choosepeacetoday.com/post/forgiveness-letting-go-and-the-spiritual-act-of-surrender</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68fba11d5b423836336cb78a</guid><category><![CDATA[Inner Peace]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2025 15:55:59 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/65172381fc3c49029596259eb145a042.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Resilience Rooted in Spirit: How Spirituality Strengthens Us]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dr. Katie Eastman &#38; Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino Life will always bring challenges—loss, uncertainty, change, and setbacks we never expected. What helps us keep going in the face of these challenges is resilience. Resilience isn’t just about bouncing back; it’s about growing through difficulty. And when resilience is rooted in spirit, it becomes more than endurance—it becomes transformation. Psychologists often define resilience as the process of adapting well in the face of adversity,...]]></description><link>https://www.choosepeacetoday.com/post/resilience-rooted-in-spirit-how-spirituality-strengthens-us</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68fb9f6590e0162c3bee91c9</guid><category><![CDATA[Change]]></category><category><![CDATA[Best Ever Woo]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2025 15:49:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ea5bc37fa590f9ca0d0a09615b21be79.jpg/v1/fit/w_975,h_650,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Change and Spirit: Growing Through What We Cannot Control]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dr. Katie Eastman &#38; Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino Change is one of life’s constants. Sometimes we choose it, like starting a new job or moving to a new city. Other times it chooses us, like illness, loss, or unexpected shifts we never asked for. Change can feel unsettling, even frightening, because it reminds us how little control we truly have. Yet spiritually, change is also an invitation: to grow, to realign, and to live with deeper awareness. When change arrives, it often asks us to pause...]]></description><link>https://www.choosepeacetoday.com/post/change-and-spirit-growing-through-what-we-cannot-control</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68fb9e67be1c9042a1185e73</guid><category><![CDATA[Change]]></category><category><![CDATA[Grief and Loss]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2025 15:46:11 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2d9d7c_945335491a824c3dadb3bfb66f84caa6~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Walking in Nature: A Spiritual Practice That Requires No Belief]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dr. Katie Eastman &#38; Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino When we think of spirituality, we often imagine meditation cushions, prayer beads, or sacred texts. But one of the oldest and simplest spiritual practices requires none of these things. All it asks is that you step outside and walk in nature. The natural world invites us into presence. The crunch of leaves underfoot, the rhythm of your steps, the scent of pine or salt air—these are not just sensory details. They are reminders that you belong...]]></description><link>https://www.choosepeacetoday.com/post/walking-in-nature-a-spiritual-practice-that-requires-no-belief</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68fb98275b423836336ca746</guid><category><![CDATA[Health and Well-Being]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2025 15:17:22 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/4cc70f984d8a4f559bbf33bd1fb84cf9.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spiritual Practices You Already Do Without Knowing It]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dr. Katie Eastman &#38; Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino When people hear the phrase spiritual practice, they often think of meditation cushions, chanting, or long retreats. While those can be meaningful, they are not the only ways to live spiritually. In truth, many of us practice spirituality every day without realizing it. Think about the times you pause to appreciate a sunset, whisper a word of gratitude before eating, or sit quietly with a friend who needs comfort. These aren’t just habits or...]]></description><link>https://www.choosepeacetoday.com/post/spiritual-practices-you-already-do-without-knowing-it</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68fb964f49fb0f70215dc22b</guid><category><![CDATA[Inner Peace]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2025 15:10:20 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_afb626366f5249ea8306773515d06738~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Language of Values: How Spirituality Shows Up in Everyday Decisions]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dr. Katie Eastman &#38; Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino Spirituality may sound lofty, but most of us practice it every day without realizing it. Every time you make a choice rooted in your values—whether it’s kindness, honesty, compassion, or fairness—you’re living spiritually. Spirituality isn’t only about belief; it’s about how your deepest values guide the way you move through the world. Think about the decisions you make daily. Do you slow down to let someone merge into traffic? Do you speak up...]]></description><link>https://www.choosepeacetoday.com/post/the-language-of-values-how-spirituality-shows-up-in-everyday-decisions</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68fb95a0a51f8a9292878416</guid><category><![CDATA[Inner Peace]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2025 15:07:20 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_5f428a535a7e492c9c8311a26cdae244~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Breath as Spirit: The Universal Bridge Between Body, Mind, and Soul]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dr. Katie Eastman &#38; Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino We rarely notice our breath until something interrupts it. A sigh of relief, a deep inhale before a big decision, or the gasp that comes with sudden news—each moment reminds us that breath is more than biology. It is the universal bridge between body, mind, and soul. Across cultures and traditions, breath has been recognized as sacred. The Latin word spiritus means both “breath” and “spirit.” In Hebrew, the word ruach carries the same dual...]]></description><link>https://www.choosepeacetoday.com/post/breath-as-spirit-the-universal-bridge-between-body-mind-and-soul</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68fb94f694cca4a8cf21a671</guid><category><![CDATA[Health and Well-Being]]></category><category><![CDATA[Personal Growth]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2025 15:04:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/568c0c3dd19d4b1696accc660ccc162b.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[From Survival to Meaning: Why Every Human Seeks Something Deeper]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dr. Katie Eastman &#38; Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino Every human being has basic needs—food, water, safety, and shelter. These needs keep us alive and functioning, but they don’t explain why we get up in the morning, what keeps us striving, or what gives us joy. Beyond survival, there is always a search for meaning. It is in this search that spirituality reveals itself. Think of the times in life when survival was enough. A crisis happens and you do what you need to do: pay the bills, make the...]]></description><link>https://www.choosepeacetoday.com/post/from-survival-to-meaning-why-every-human-seeks-something-deeper</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68fb93db49fb0f70215dbe05</guid><category><![CDATA[Personal Growth]]></category><category><![CDATA[Best Ever Woo]]></category><category><![CDATA[Grief and Loss]]></category><category><![CDATA[Faith and Hope]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2025 15:01:28 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_06480576e14648d792556e6790c2b533~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spirituality Is Human: Why It’s About Connection, Not Complexity]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Dr. Katie Eastman &#38; Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino When people hear the word spirituality, they often imagine something mysterious, complicated, or out of reach—reserved for mountaintop retreats or those who speak in abstract terms. But spirituality is not something outside of you. It is woven into the very fabric of being human. At its heart, spirituality is not about complexity—it’s about connection. Throughout history, people have asked the same questions: Why am I here? What gives life...]]></description><link>https://www.choosepeacetoday.com/post/spirituality-is-human-why-it-s-about-connection-not-complexity</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68fb8c3690e0162c3bee6fa7</guid><pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2025 14:54:57 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a394701f8d754f4685e5578bda5e0df9.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Flexing Our Spiritual Muscles: Lifting Ourselves Through Daily Practice]]></title><description><![CDATA[flexing our spiritual muscles—the daily, intentional practices that help us lift ourselves into greater resilience, meaning, and peace.]]></description><link>https://www.choosepeacetoday.com/post/flexing-our-spiritual-muscles-lifting-ourselves-through-daily-practice</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68c306a29995223261974949</guid><category><![CDATA[Daily Peace and Inspiration]]></category><category><![CDATA[Best Ever Woo]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2025 17:30:34 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_1dffe3789a8048d5a7892eb5c1d34e27~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dr. Katie Eastman</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Expanding Our Understanding of Spirituality: From Belief to Everyday Practice]]></title><description><![CDATA[spirituality isn’t about belonging to a particular group or practicing elaborate rituals. At its heart, spirituality is the way we make meaning of our lives, connect with something larger than ourselves, and nurture a sense of belonging.]]></description><link>https://www.choosepeacetoday.com/post/expanding-our-understanding-of-spirituality-from-belief-to-everyday-practice</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68c305d6375b48ad52e63ed4</guid><category><![CDATA[Daily Peace and Inspiration]]></category><category><![CDATA[Personal Growth]]></category><category><![CDATA[Change]]></category><category><![CDATA[Success]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2025 17:27:21 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_a6fff8e57f59426ebc9f0ea9914f33d2~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dr. Katie Eastman</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Compassion in Action: The Core of Spiritual Practice]]></title><description><![CDATA[Compassion is the heartbeat of spirituality, the practice that bridges belief with action and transforms our daily lives.]]></description><link>https://www.choosepeacetoday.com/post/compassion-in-action-the-core-of-spiritual-practice</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68c303da375b48ad52e6390f</guid><category><![CDATA[Daily Peace and Inspiration]]></category><category><![CDATA[Inner Peace]]></category><category><![CDATA[Kindness]]></category><category><![CDATA[Best Ever Woo]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2025 17:18:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/df342546afbb44b7b66a0862c17f3a89.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dr. Katie Eastman</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Consciousness 601: Awakening]]></title><description><![CDATA[When we think of awakening, we often imagine a dramatic event — a sudden flash of enlightenment, a life-changing vision, or a mountaintop revelation.]]></description><link>https://www.choosepeacetoday.com/post/consciousness-601-awakening</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68c302e3f8374b522200a13b</guid><category><![CDATA[Daily Peace and Inspiration]]></category><category><![CDATA[Inner Peace]]></category><category><![CDATA[Humanity]]></category><category><![CDATA[Personal Growth]]></category><category><![CDATA[Best Ever Woo]]></category><category><![CDATA[Percolate Peace Project]]></category><category><![CDATA[Faith and Hope]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2025 17:15:04 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/cc18ddd261414bdebcf1cf57ff43ab3f.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dr. Katie Eastman</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Consciousness 501: Transcendent Consciousness]]></title><description><![CDATA[Now, we arrive at the widest horizon of all — transcendent consciousness. This is the awareness that goes beyond the individual or the collective, reaching into the spiritual and universal dimensions of life.]]></description><link>https://www.choosepeacetoday.com/post/consciousness-501-transcendent-consciousness</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68c301f1f8374b5222009ef5</guid><category><![CDATA[Personal Growth]]></category><category><![CDATA[Inner Peace]]></category><category><![CDATA[Humanity]]></category><category><![CDATA[Community]]></category><category><![CDATA[Best Ever Woo]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2025 17:11:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/4aecd6a7bec14c2ba3d3718d695fbab0.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dr. Katie Eastman</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Consciousness 401: Expanding to Collective Awareness]]></title><description><![CDATA[True awareness widens our lens — linking us to family, community, culture, and even the planet itself. This is what I call collective consciousness.

]]></description><link>https://www.choosepeacetoday.com/post/consciousness-401-expanding-to-collective-awareness</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68c3011be0f1c98e01aeb4bf</guid><category><![CDATA[Humanity]]></category><category><![CDATA[Community]]></category><category><![CDATA[Inner Peace]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2025 17:07:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/dd6e75dc94624c5aab0114c8c2b2b674.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dr. Katie Eastman</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Consciousness 301: Relating with Compassion]]></title><description><![CDATA[True consciousness expands into the way we relate with others. Relationships are where our awareness is tested, stretched, and deepened. ]]></description><link>https://www.choosepeacetoday.com/post/consciousness-301-relating-with-compassion</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68c30061c2a159cc543b4639</guid><category><![CDATA[Personal Growth]]></category><category><![CDATA[Kindness]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2025 17:03:52 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e3235b3800f64c5082a692742ea135c1.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dr. Katie Eastman</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Consciousness 201: Deepening Self-Reflection]]></title><description><![CDATA[Once we begin to notice our awareness in everyday life, the next step is turning that awareness inward. Consciousness is not just about observing the world around us — it’s also about exploring the landscape within. This inner terrain is full of beliefs, emotions, and patterns that quietly shape how we see and respond to life. The Stories We Live By Each of us carries stories — about who we are, what we deserve, and what the world is like. Some of these stories were given to us by family or...]]></description><link>https://www.choosepeacetoday.com/post/consciousness-201-deepening-self-reflection</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68c2ff8fc2a159cc543b4399</guid><category><![CDATA[Personal Growth]]></category><category><![CDATA[Inner Peace]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2025 16:59:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_f41368c317d64026aadad8be2ec68b69~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dr. Katie Eastman</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Consciousness 101: Waking Up to Who We Really Are]]></title><description><![CDATA[Consciousness is one of those words that can feel mysterious, even intimidating. People often imagine it belongs in philosophy classrooms or spiritual retreats, far away from ordinary life. But in truth, consciousness is something we live with every single day. It’s not just for scientists or spiritual teachers — it’s for all of us. What Is Consciousness? At its simplest, consciousness is awareness. It’s the part of you that notices — your thoughts, your feelings, the world around you, and...]]></description><link>https://www.choosepeacetoday.com/post/consciousness-101-waking-up-to-who-we-really-are</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68c2fe9dc2a159cc543b40a1</guid><category><![CDATA[Personal Growth]]></category><category><![CDATA[Daily Peace and Inspiration]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2025 16:56:37 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/7509990305b24d6ca33c7a2ee12ea392.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Dr. Katie Eastman</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harmony in Motion: Finding Your Rhythm in Everyday Life]]></title><description><![CDATA[Discover Harmony in Motion by Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino on Best Ever Woo — a blog about living authentically, moving with intention, and finding your rhythm in everyday life.]]></description><link>https://www.choosepeacetoday.com/post/harmony-in-motion-finding-your-rhythm-in-everyday-life</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68c2248b5a62668cb32b942c</guid><category><![CDATA[Daily Peace and Inspiration]]></category><category><![CDATA[Inner Peace]]></category><category><![CDATA[Workplace]]></category><category><![CDATA[Parenting]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2025 01:30:59 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f364e9389d1848cc8f0ef4ab3fc0368a.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>