I read a book recently called The Third Space by Dr Adam Fraser. He talks about the tiny moments you take in your daily life to centre, regroup or catch your breath.  I see other people do this as they pass from one meeting to the next, being able to fully present to every person.

When I drive to school I come up along Clarrie Hermes Drive and I am often struck by the view of the mountains. It’s especially lovely on cold winter mornings as the sun hits the snow or the mist rises. I realised this morning that this is part of my third space. I look briefly to the hills as I shift from mummy mode to teacher mode. In that moment I feel the presence of God, it is literally only a few seconds.  I let out a breath and feel centred.

I am not so great at finding my third space on the way home… but I am working on it.

Exodus 33:14 New Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition (NRSVCE)

¹⁴ He said, “My presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.”

God bless,
Stephanie Stewart
Religious  Education  Coordinator