December 2013
The Magic of Awe
Thunderstorms casting long shadows on the horizon as the continents come alive with lights; the line separating day from night as it moves slowly across the Earth’s surface; the dancing curtains of auroras as shooting [...]
November 2013
The Virtue of Acceptance
“Fulfilled life is possible in spite of unfulfilled wishes.” ~ Dietrich Bonhoeffer No doubt that all of us, at some stage in our lives, have wanted something that we never received — leaving us emotionally [...]
October 2013
A Season of Change
For thousands of years, not much changed for ancient man. He plodded through a world as crude as that of his forefathers – until the day he invented fire. One moment of progress led to [...]
Is Pain Essential to Personal Growth?
Do we need to experience pain in order to grow? Whether physical or emotional, pain is part of the human experience. All emotions that cause pain, from shame and guilt to anger and anxiety, are [...]
The Magic of Giving Subtle Guidance to Others
We all need a helping hand at one time or another, but a light touch is required to keep good intentions from backfiring. Recent psychological studies confirm ancient teachings about the wisdom of being [...]
September 2013
Let Go Of The Heavy
What is that heavy load you carry? We all come with some baggage. As we live our lives we encounter harsh words from others, endure painful experiences, and even feel guilt for what we ourselves [...]