I never understood the power of written affirmations until a friend gave me a journal several months ago. Pondering what to do with it, another friend suggested I use it as a gratitude journal. Every morning for several months, I wrote what I was grateful for that day. Okay, that was good, but then, I … More The Power of Written Affirmations
When pilots encounter turbulence, they typically respond by flying higher. But how does that relate to us during these times of unrest? Yesterday, I participated in a meeting with practitioners. We were discussing how to respond appropriately to our current political situation while maintaining our belief in love and unity. Timely topic that I am … More Flying Higher
How often do we get so involved with everyday living that we stop going with the flow of life? Or, how often do we have the option to make our lives more peaceful and fulfilling by surrendering to the flow? I live in a mobile home park against the levee of a fast-flowing river. Over … More Going with the Flow of Life
In my many travels across the internet, I read some special articles. I want to share one today from a minister I have worked with for years. He highlights the importance of multi-generations in our spiritual communities. In a thriving spiritual community, the presence of multiple generations is not just a blessing—it’s essential. The older … More Multi-Generations in our Spiritual Communities
This past week has been the most vivid example of life’s ups and downs in a very long time! As I explained last week, I spent five days in Olympia, WA, with my people at my home center: CSL Olympia. I had a wonderful time! After spending so much time on Zoom, I saw and … More Life’s Ups and Downs
I am going on a trip to visit my home church, CSL Olympia, over the next week. Since my mind is focused on completing what I need to do before I leave, I am unable to concentrate on one of my typical articles. Instead, I am sharing some excellent resources for you to check out … More Sharing Excellent Resources
We all experience situations and people that cause us pain and resentment. But hanging on to negative feelings can increase anxiety and even cause premature aging. Every day, I remind myself to let go of resentments — for my health, if for no other reason! Despite all the things and gadgets we all own, many … More Let Go of Resentments
The more I see what affects my community and our country, the more I am convinced we must practice resistance! But I am not talking about resisting a body of people, a government, or any particular ideal, but resisting our urges that cause division. Before I go any further, there is a time and place … More Practice Resistance
Last week, I shared an article on What the Current Government has Taught Me. I received some excellent thoughts on the article and would like to share the feedback on our current government. I love Fatima’s focus on acceptance and not absorbing what is going on around us. My 2¢ … sometimes the bad things that happen … More Feedback on Our Current Government
** SPOILER ALERT: This is NOT a political post.** I am choosing to search my heart to see what Spirit is revealing to me through my reaction to Donald Trump’s government. In other words, I have been contemplating what the current government has taught me. One of my coping mechanisms for navigating difficult situations is … More What the Current Government has Taught Me