I keep my life balanced with self-care through spiritual practices. With the turmoil in the world, the best way I found to stay centered is through my spiritual practices. Before discussing these spiritual practices, I would like to share some interesting information I found in the January/February issue of Unity Magazine – Spirituality & Health. … More Self-Care through Spiritual Practices
Our perspective on life is often shaped by our point of view. What we see, hear, and believe may or may not be based on truth or fact. Our point of view also influences how we respond to the world around us. This is demonstrated by examining why we think one race, religion, or political … More Examining Your Point of View
Initially, I had a different topic and post that I planned to write this week. Instead of discussing what is happening in our country, I felt it was time to discuss spiritual activism. AI describes spiritual activism as the following: Spiritual activism is a practice that combines spirituality and activism to create a call to action … More Spiritual Activism
Every day, I discover the importance of the spiritual practice of listening when communicating. It is so easy, even in casual conversations, for misunderstandings to occur. Yet, we fail to give effective communication the careful importance it needs and deserves. During my studies to become a Licensed Spiritual Practitioner, I was taught that listening is … More The Spiritual Practice of Listening when Communicating
“Energy flows where attention goes” is one of my favorite quotes to describe the process of setting intentions for the year. Now, notice, I did not say creating goals or resolutions! But instead, I suggest setting intentions to create spiritual energy to move you forward in life. Let me explain! The New Year has begun, … More Setting Intentions to Create Spiritual Energy
ANNOUNCING THE BEST ARTICLES OF 2024 Every year, I go through the articles for the past year to see which ones are the best and most read articles. If you missed these popular posts, here are the Best of 2024 to read again: Open at the Top You Are the Best Thing Alternative Meaning Beyond … More Best Articles of 2024
Happy New Year! Instead of making silly resolutions, let’s celebrate 2025 differently: Shift your thinking and gain more freedom by enrolling in life-changing classes! Planned Happiness Institute’s teacher, coach, and mentor, Rev. Dr. Michelle Wadleigh, is offering her signature Courses in the 2025 New Year. If you are not familiar with Rev. Michelle Wadleigh, D.D., … More Life-Changing New Year Opportunities!
LET CHRISTMAS COME By Elizabeth Searle Lamb, 1917 – 2005 Let Christmas come first Into the inner heart, God’s gift of Love renewed. Oh, cherish the gift And hold it close for a time. Let the gift be nurtured with faith and hope and joy. Then let this gift be released, released with every card, released … More Christmas Poem
Every year during Christmas time, I begin searching for inspiration that involves seeing Jesus in a new light—not just as the baby in the manger. I spent the first 20 years of my life as a Catholic and the next 25+ years as a fundamental Christian. Although I frequented many different churches, my foundational beliefs, … More Seeing Jesus in a New Light
We often go through life, bouncing from one experience to another, without having clarity about who we are or where we are going. Maybe we will get married (or not!) and raise a family (or a single child), and once our role of parenting children is over, we may feel lost! Or perhaps we made … More Clarity