I have really been struggling ever since I had the baby, to follow through with any kind of regular scripture study. If I end up with some free time, I'll reach for the Ensign or my scriptures, but it definitely hasn't been on a daily basis. I know it's not an excuse, but I can hardly keep my own eyes open once she goes down for the night! Anyway, I have really been noticing the spiritual void in my life, and I was wondering what works for you guys? Any ideas to inspire and motivate me???
Steph--I'm struggling with this too. One thing that is sort of working for me. When v was first born, I basically watched TV every time I nursed her. Now I basically never do and I read while I nurse her. Nursing her is a guarantee of the day and so then I can guarantee that I will read. Admittedly, this habit has always been hard for me. I used to always read with breakfast and now a peaceful breakfast is out of the question!
ReplyDeleteThat's a good idea Linz. I need to keep my scriptures right next to the rocker. I spend so much time nursing...it would only make sense!
ReplyDeleteI know that making sure scripture reading with my spouse happens has helped because we're both accountable and working on it then. I know I need personal reading too, but it's helped when it's really hard to start there, with both of us doing it together.
ReplyDeleteI also try to read while I nurse. Another thing that helps me is listening to spiritual music or to general conference talks while Reagan and I are playing.
ReplyDeleteI third the comment about reading while I am nursing. With a three week old it still takes at least 30 minutes each time. I read out loud, too, so that my babe can hear my voice. The reading out loud has helped me actually digest some of what I read. I have read more since he was born than while I was pregnant!
ReplyDeleteI have to say, I loved reading while I nursed for the first six months or so, but then M would get so distracted by the book-she acted highly insulted that she didn't have my undivided attention! :) that after a while, I couldn't do anything while I nursed, so take advantage of it now because I miss it!
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