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Happy Valentine’s Day! Our focus today is about what real love and acceptance of one’s self means in pursuit of becoming more like the Savior Jesus Christ. In today’s world, self-love is often synonymous with self-absorbedness. We are told to love ourselves, but we are not really given the right tools to do so. There is a lot of self-indulgence, running away from our problems, spending money on unnecessary things. So how do we focus on loving ourselves by adding the things that bring real value into our lives?

Carrie Skarda: Creating Space for Mindfulness and Meditation as Latter-day Saints

The Sacrament, temple worship, and prayer are all aspects of Latter-day Saint doctrine. But have you ever considered that they are also exercises in mindfulness? On this week’s episode, we discuss everything from what it means to set an intention focused on Jesus Christ to what the story of Joseph Smith teaches us about being still long enough for answers to unfold.

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Questions to help cut through the noise: Magnify Book Club discussion

In our world of information overload, making decisions big and small can feel challenging. Our faith uniquely equips us to navigate the noise. Here's how!

Curiosity and faith fueled Henry Eyring

Imagine you're a Mormon scientist invited to an apostle's office to discuss disagreements in science and religion. It happened in 1955 when world-famous chemist Henry Eyring met with Elder Joseph Fielding Smith, who later became the 10th president of the LDS Church. They talked for about an hour and gentlemanly agreed to disagree, according to the biography "Mormon Scientist: The Life and Faith of Henry Eyring."

Mormon-raised Paul Walker Remembered for Faith and Films

Actor Paul Walker, who is known for his role as Brian O’Conner in "The Fast and the Furious” movies, died in a car accident Nov. 30. But in addition to his films, Walker also leaves behind a legacy of faith and generosity. According to the Christian Post, Walker grew up a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Glendale, Calif. Although he was not an active Mormon in his adult years, Walker remained a Christian.

Bonus: Temple Symbols and Their Meanings with Donald Parry

Right about now, we're probably all missing the temple. Never before has the need for the instant peace that comes from stepping into these sacred spaces been more keenly felt by so many members. But we can do more during this time than eagerly await the day when we can finally return to full temple worship. In this week’s bonus episode, we invite religious scholar Donald W. Parry to help us dig into the meaning behind temple symbols so that we can be ready to enter the Lord’s house with new perspective and greater understanding.

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Cancer survivor, mother and recording artist brings faith and humility to music

From a young age, Lyndsi Houskeeper has found faith and healing through music. As a cancer survivor, mother of three and recording artist, Houskeeper has kept her faith to bring her messages of hope and inspiration to young and old alike. "My life experiences and trials have greatly inspired my music. I have been very blessed...that through the love of my Heavenly Father, and the cherished blessings of the gospel of Jesus Christ, I am a cancer survivor," Houskeeper said, whose CD "Arise and Shine" was recently released.

Sharing Faith and Traditions During Interfaith Month

Listening and learning is what February’s Interfaith Month is all about, says Father Koucos. The constellation of nearly two dozen events is designed to open the doors to houses of worship from all traditions to increase understanding between faiths, foster respect and build collaborations that strengthen the community.

Mormons welcome chance to explain their faith as Republican primary heads to Wisconsin

Eleven years ago, two young men in white shirts and black ties knocked on Arcadia Scheel's apartment door. They were missionaries from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, commonly known as Mormons.

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This Hebrew definition of faith will be on your mind for days

By Emily Linder

What if faith has nothing to do with hoping God helps us?