I was planted in fertile ground of good moist nutrient rich soil. I sprouted with hopeful anticipation but got distracted. I saw the others who were planted nearby and thought them better than I. I thought them better, stronger, more … Read More
/änˈwē/ noun a feeling of listlessness and dissatisfaction arising from a lack of occupation or excitement. “he succumbed to ennui and despair” As I sit here trying to think about what I should jot down here, I’m imagining I’m walking in stiff … Read More
It’s prudent to pay attention to the weather, traffic and other potential dangers. When I’m aware, from my true self, I can discern which hazards are real from those conjured by my over blown ego. I can release the ego … Read More
I want to be more loving in my heart! It is often easy to have the idea in mind, the plan to be more loving. To see it with my mind and give assent to the thought of being loving—this … Read More
Our soul (true self) contains a spec of the big bang, the original stuff. The soul is endowed with a genius. This genius is what we uniquely have to offer the world. This genius gets obscured by our social conditioning, … Read More
Recently I said a prayer as I was starting my least favorite chore – mowing the lawn. I had always mowed in anger. I asked for the ability to do the job without anger and to let the self-propelled mower … Read More
Many years ago I attended a retreat as a staff member. One of my responsibilities was to ensure our council drum (I was the care taker) made it to the retreat I forgot it. When I realized what I hadn’t … Read More
My genius is the ability to create sacred space. My calling is to perform rituals that create sacred spaces that provide a safe place for people to heal, to drop their toxic elements, and to connect with the divine through … Read More
All change begins with me. If it’s to me, the environment or society, it all starts with a commitment by me. Any time the solution to a problem if have is in the control of someone or something outside me … Read More
After my physical for college the doctor asked me if there was anything else. At 18 I was alienated from every body and everything. I felt left behind and isolated. I express this to him and he dismissively told me … Read More