Seven Rhythms for Thriving in Every Era of Life
Bringing some good to each moment,
something better to each day,
and our best to each other
as we encounter the world together.
About the book
Thriv’era challenges us to move with thoughtful purpose toward a deepened sense of identity — that we are spirited, creative, and connected people, called to be present, grateful, generous, and missional with our lives.
The book gathers the stories, ancient wisdom, and practices behind that invitation. It is not a program to complete or a system to master. It is a way of paying attention — seven rhythms that help us receive life as gift and return some good to it.
What you will encounter
- Stories drawn from ordinary life and long pastoral practice
- Ancient wisdom and scripture, reimagined, and read with fresh eyes
- The seven rhythms, one chapter at a time
- Reflections, refrains, and intentions you can carry into a week
- An invitation to practice all of it with other people
The seven rhythms
Spirited · Creative · Connected · Present · Grateful · Generous · Missional
Read an excerpt
Two opening sections, free to read and share. They are where the book begins — the longing underneath it, and the road that led to it.
Excerpt · 5 pages
A First Word
On the longing to do more than survive — and what it means to return to the life actually in front of you.
Excerpt · 5 pages
The Road That Led Here
A collision, a hike, a death, and the slow rebirth that turned into a way of paying attention.
Reading the full manuscript
The complete manuscript is available to readers, reviewers, and group leaders ahead of publication. It is password-protected — if you have not been given the password, please reach out.
Publication details are coming soon
Availability, formats, and how to order will be announced here. In the meantime, the seven rhythms are already being practiced in small groups.
About the author
Thriv’era is written by Paul Gauche. A fuller biography is on the Start Here page.