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Learn to make an Igna­tion “Exa­men” every night. Remem­ber­ing God’s mercy helps us be merciful

The Daily Examen

Part of the rich tra­di­tion of the Catholic Church is rec­og­niz­ing the need to reflect on the day’s activ­i­ties — to remem­ber God’s invi­ta­tion and our response or lack of response. Saint Ignatius of Loy­ola devel­oped a sim­ple method by which you can review each day in a way that will help you grow in self-​understanding and free you to fol­low God’s will. This prac­tice is often called the Daily Exa­men. Many peo­ple choose to prac­tice this prayer­ful review of their day before going to bed at night by fol­low­ing the five steps below.