Collaboration (Instead of Colonization)

As part of my studies to expand my spiritual and educational life, I attended two workshops this last week.  In both workshops, the topic of Collaboration came up. The definition of Collaboration is as follows: “The act or process of working together or cooperating.” ~ Dictionary.com. From my perspective, we, as a people, are doing … More Collaboration (Instead of Colonization)

Love is the Answer

I see a pattern emerging in the events unfolding in our world.  We have forgotten to believe and practice that love is the answer. How do I know that love is the answer?  First, because Jesus said it over two thousand years ago when he proclaimed the two greatest commandments: “‘Love the Lord your God … More Love is the Answer

Multi-Generations in our Spiritual Communities

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

The Power of Empathy

Along with my previous two articles on the Power of Kindness and the Power of Intention, I would like to add another on the Power of Empathy. “In simple terms, empathy is the ability to understand and share someone else’s feelings or experiences by imagining what it would be like to be in their situation.” (A1 … More The Power of Empathy

The Spiritual Practice of Listening when Communicating

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

Importance of Gratitude

With Thanksgiving right around the corner, I am reminded of the importance of gratitude in my daily spiritual practice. During some of the most challenging times in my life, expressing gratitude was the only prayer I could muster up. Finding something to be grateful for can change a person’s perspective and thinking process. It causes … More Importance of Gratitude