Introduction to Contemplative Exercises We're building this resource. Watch this space! Secular Contemplative Exercises subjects 10326 For more information about this term, see Full Entry below.Subjects ContemplationSecular ContemplationCollections for Secular Contemplative Practices and ExercisesFull EntryRelated Subjects (4)Related Texts (5) What are contemplative exercises? Exercises are informal one-time activities on a given theme or topic that support reflection, analysis, inquiry, and exchange. They may be ways to make classes more experiential and engaged, or be solitary reflective exercises. Our exercises You can find contemplative exercises by going to Related Texts on the left sidebar of this page.