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
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
Even if we don’t know it or feel it, we are co-creating the world around us. When we feel fear, we create a fearful atmosphere; when we are angry, we create anger around us. Also, when we approach life with love and compassion, we spread love and kindness in our surroundings. We may look at … More Co-Creating the World Around Us
Looking at the election results made this article challenging to write. As I wondered what to write, I came across so many encouraging articles telling us to breathe and continue breathing! I am so thankful for the New Thought teaching that I surround myself with. If it weren’t for my spiritual practice and my various … More Breathe!
New Thought folk generally don’t go door to door proclaiming that we are all one with Spirit. So, how are we expressing our values to the world? Most Centers have outreach programs that engage in various promotional tasks, but what about you and me as individuals? How do we share our values? For me, the … More Expressing Our Values
I am not sure how well this article will unfold since I am dealing with the death of my mother. She passed away early Friday, October 18. Needless to say, this is not easy to experience, talk about, or write about. As I work through this, my mind is scattered, and I forget what I … More Dealing with Death
Listening and challenging what you hear is a good check and balance. But what happens when you give in to the temptation to challenge everything? I fell into this habit pattern without realizing it. A trip away from home helped me see that there is a time and place to challenge ideas and a time … More The Temptation to Challenge Everything