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DAILY EXAMEN OF CONSCIOUSNESS THANKSGIVING What am I especially grateful for in the past day... The gift of another day? The love and support I have received? The courage I have mustered? An event that took place today? PETITION I am about to review my day; I ask for the light to know God and to know myself as God sees me. REVIEW Where have I felt true joy today? What has troubled me today? What has challenged me today? Where and when did I pause today? Have I noticed God’s presence in any of this? RESPONSE In light of my review, what is my response to the God of my life? A LOOK AHEAD As I look ahead, what comes to mind? With what spirit do I want to enter tomorrow?

The Daily Examen

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Prayer Card The Examen, a prayer of awareness that Ignatius of Loyola taught in his Spiritual Exercises, helps one notice God’s presence in our daily lives. This modern adaptation invites reflection upon five points for spiritual thanksgiving, grace, and introspection. The coated 3.5"x2" card fits easily in wallets and purses for long-lasting convenience.

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DAILY EXAMEN OF CONSCIOUSNESS

THANKSGIVING What am I especially grateful for in the past day...

The gift of another day?

The love and support I have received?

The courage I have mustered?

An event that took place today?

PETITION I am about to review my day; I ask for the light

to know God and to know myself as God sees me.

REVIEW Where have I felt true joy today?

What has troubled me today?

What has challenged me today?

Where and when did I pause today?

Have I noticed God’s presence in any of this?

RESPONSE In light of my review, what is my response to the God of my life?

A LOOK AHEAD As I look ahead, what comes to mind?

With what spirit do I want to enter tomorrow?

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DAILY EXAMEN

The Daily Examen is a gift of brief reflective time that Ignatius of Loyola gave to himself and recommended to others. It is intended to help you recognize God as you look back over the course of your day.

It is important to note that the Daily Examen is simply a set of sugges-tions for you to follow or to adapt to your own character and spirit.

Begin with a pause and a slow, deep breath or two; become aware that you are in the presence of the Holy.