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Joshua Maria Garcia is a rising presence on TikTok, a spiritual counselor, and an aspirant to the priesthood in the Episcopal Diocese of Rhode Island. They are also a tutor specializing in Biblical and Rabbinic Hebrew, translation, and text study. Garcia holds a bachelor's degree in Classics and Linguistics and a master's in Jewish Studies. They live in Providence, Rhode Island.

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A devotional from a rising TikTok spiritual guide that offers practical exercises to help readers embrace their body, ease their anxiety, and deepen their faith.

For much of Christian history, the body--often referred to as "the flesh"--has been associated with sin, weakness, and carnal desire. Many have been taught to view it as a hindrance to spiritual growth, something to tame or transcend. A Tranquil Body offers a radical reclaiming of the body as a sacred instrument of grace. Rooted in the mystery of the Incarnation--God becoming flesh--this guide reminds us that our bodies are not obstacles to holiness, but bridges to it. To worship with your body is not only possible; it is deeply and profoundly Christian.

Through guided practices of breath, posture, movement, and stillness, A Tranquil Body helps readers draw closer to God by becoming more fully present in their own bodies. It's especially suited for those who struggle with anxiety, offering gentle tools to ground the nervous system, regulate breath, and awaken the senses to God's nearness. Whether kneeling in prayer, walking in nature, or simply breathing with intention, this book invites readers to rediscover the body not as a burden but as a means of encountering the divine.