Loto Journal
Thoughtfully created blog content about somatic healing practices, nervous system self-regulation techniques, and faith-based spiritual practices, Loto Wellness Collective’s blog focuses on the art and science of rest and renewal, drawing inspiration from the life of Jesus, monastic wisdom, and modern science.
Through personal storytelling and letter writing, follow our Founder, Jennifer Axcell, as she travels the 🌎 globe as a digital nomad and Desert Mother, exploring cultural expressions of rest and self-care.
Reader’s Note: In the Loto Wellness Collective blog content, except for direct quotes, the pronouns often used for the One True God are They/Them in reference to the triune personhood of YHWH. When referencing Jesus specifically, the pronouns He/Him are used. In keeping with the canonical New Testament, God is also referred to as Father.
The Sacred Path: Praying the Prayer Labyrinth 🤲
Cultivating Life: Planting a Pollinator Garden 🦋
The Fruits of the Spirit Devotional: Surrendering Self and Control 🍓
Love Letters
Blossoming Beauty: Embracing Edible Flowers in Our Culinary Delights 🌺
Forest Bathing: A Prescription for Modern Stress
Sacred Romance: The Passionate Pursuit of Our Hearts
The Fruits of the Spirit Devotional: The Sweet Fruit of Kindness 🍊
Restful Resolutions in 2024
Vision Boards: Envisioning God’s Plan for Your Life
The Fruits of the Spirit Devotional: Cultivating Patience 🍎
A Thrill of Hope: Lighting the Path of Advent to Christmas
Seasons of Nature and Spiritual Growth: Fall 🍁
Fall is a season of abundance, a time when the fruits of our labor are ready to be harvested. Just as the farmers gather the crops they have nurtured throughout the year, as believers, we can also reflect on the fruits that the Holy Spirit is producing in our lives.
The Fruits of the Spirit Devotional: Peace in the Storm 🍇
In a world filled with chaos and uncertainty, the pursuit of internal peace often feels like chasing a mirage in the desert. The stresses of daily life, the noise of constant distractions, and the weight of our responsibilities can easily overwhelm us. Yet, amidst the turbulence of our existence, there is a source of tranquility that transcends all understanding—the fruit of the Holy Spirit, peace.
Lament and Thanksgiving
The Fruits of the Spirit Devotional: Unshakable Joy 🍋
The Fruits of the Spirit Devotional: Cultivating Love 🍍
“Love is the vessel in which all of the other fruits of the Spirit are held.”
Fruits of the Spirit Devotional: Bearing Fruit 🍋🍇🍎🍊
"But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law." —Galatians 5:22–23
Facing Our Fears
The fact that this blog posts exists means I survived my first skydive jump.
A Liturgy for Lola
Well done, good and faithful servant, well done.
Contributors & Collaborators
Loto Living and Loto Journal, would not be possible without the ongoing support and generous contributions from an incredible team of writers, artists, healers, editors, creatives, and pastors.