Living With Presence in a Chaotic and Changing World | The Soul's Firewall

The Unity Center · Mar 9, 2026 · 31m

Rev. Wendy Craig-Purcell's talk teaches that in a chaotic, digitally saturated world, our attention acts as a “soul’s firewall,” filtering what we allow into our consciousness and protecting our inner peace. Excessive digital consumption can fragment attention, weaken real relationships, and contribute to loneliness, so living with presence requires intentional digital boundaries and mindful use of technology. By consciously directing our attention and practicing discernment—through habits like reducing notifications and taking regular breaks from screens—we become the gatekeepers of our own…