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Mirabai Starr on mysticism for everyone



Host James Martin, S.J., explores the mystical dimensions of the spiritual life with Mirabai Starr, an award-winning author, contemporary translator of sacred literature, and world-renowned teacher of contemplative practice and inter-spiritual dialogue. 

They dive deep into:

- Daily practices that foster mystical experiences, including insights drawn from Mirabai’s latest book “Ordinary Mysticism: Your Life As Sacred Ground.”

- The role that death, loss and grief have played in shaping Mirabai’s spirituality and bereavement ministry

- The biographies of Catholic mystics, such as St. John of the Cross and St. Teresa of Avila 

Link to Fr. Jim’s spiritual advice article on this episode: https://www.americamagazine.org/podcasts/2025/09/23/what-is-mystical-experience

Do you have a spiritual question for Fr. Jim? You can write to us at:  thespirituallife@americamedia.org

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