COLLEGE LIFE CHAPLAINCY PRESENCE

May 25 2026EDUCATION

Learning to Be Present: A Lesson From a Hospital Room

In college, the rhythm is almost always “add. ” More classes, more clubs, extra projects—every slot in a schedule is an opportunity to fill. The sense of success feels tied to how packed the week is, how many new skills you can list on a résumé. Busy becomes a badge of honor. A chance to step away

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