I have been pondering what is mine to do concerning our country’s volatile issues. Since I have always considered myself a pacifist, what is my role? Are New Thought and social activism compatible? While pondering, I discovered an excellent article by Rev. Dr. Durrell Watkins, president of the Divine Science Federation board of directors and… More New Thought and Social Activism
The recent actions of the Supreme Court have left many of us numb and a bit in shock. To be honest, the government is meant to serve the people, but it seems to be out of sync with the will of the people. How can we find and live in peace with all the conflict… More How to Find and Live in Peace
Being overwhelmed by the senseless violence in our country and world, I work through my feelings to find a way to return to love. I know that we need to return to loving one another, looking out for each other, and stop the madness within us first. The only way I know to do this… More Return to Love Prayer
As I write this, the Russian army has advanced into Ukraine. Anyone who watches the news has seen the destruction of Ukrainian cities and people. As terrible as this is, my observations during conflict are very interesting. As a pacifist, this act of destruction appalls me to my very core. Having lived through too many… More Observations During Conflict
With all that is going on in the world, some seem to think going back to the good old days would solve our problems. But is that really a viable solution? I grew up in the 60s during another time of division and radical thinking. This era was known for its race riots, anti-war protests,… More Going Back to the Good Old Days
In a conversation with a friend, she said something about showing love toward things we hate, which really made me think. We were talking about the Corona Virus. Of course, most everyone I know hates this virus and the havoc it has caused society. But, I noticed a pattern: In the past, we have approached… More Showing Love Toward Things We Hate?
We are living in a world where information — whether true or false — is widely available. Being informed is a good thing. Framing opinions as facts is something entirely different because our words have consequences. As a young girl, I was very sensitive to the words of others. I remember coming home from school… More Words Have Consequences
Wanting world peace is a lofty goal. But praying and meditating for world peace is a worthy project. For me, it brings together some of my deepest desires: peace through prayer! World Peace Meditation Studies World peace meditation projects have been conducted in numerous areas across the world with some startling success. According to studies… More World Peace Meditation Project
June is an exciting month. We are honoring love and freedom by recognizing both Pride Month and Juneteenth. If you are not familiar with these two June commemorations, here is a brief explanation: Juneteenth (19th) – also known as Freedom Day, Jubilee Day, Liberation Day, and Emancipation Day – is a holiday celebrating the emancipation… More Honoring Love and Freedom
I am writing this article on the day after the guilty verdict was handed down against the police officer who murdered George Floyd. I can’t help getting caught up in the relief knowing that killing another human being — whether by mass shooting or by a police officer out of control — is not tolerated.… More A Step Forward