Spiritual direction comes in many sizes and flavors. What is distinctive about Ignatian spiritual direction? asks Brian O’Leary, SJ. He lists five elements: A theological vision rooted in the Spiritual Exercises; flexibility; a partnership; a focus on deep desires; and the rules for discernment.
His essay is published in The Way, a journal of Ignatian spirituality published by the British Jesuits. O’Leary’s article begins on p. 9 of the PDF.

