Thanksgiving is for some a controversial holiday. Yet, gratitude is a tool that can help us genuinely find the positive in every situation. Here are 5 daily life habits that make every day a day of gratitude. Read more

As I sat down to write, there were so many themes and quotes circling my head. As I took a deep breath and asked the Divine to guide me through His mercy and compassion to the perfect themes and words, one word remained: LOVE! And these two quotes: “F.L.Y. First love yourself, others will come next.” And a favorite from Rumi: “Love is the bridge between you and everything.” I invite you to join me on a journey with these quotes as our guide. Read more

I want to wrap up this series on Fear of Feeling with an explanation of how to get from feeling to healing. This understanding of feelings helps our students and clients discern what their emotions mean, and more importantly, use their emotions to bring healing to their hearts and transform their lives from that day forward. Read more

Emotions can be uncomfortable. If you’ve been conditioned to believe it’s not ok to feel this type of discomfort, you probably get hit with a flurry of voices and beliefs as soon as you begin to feel. “You have to keep it together.” “Stay in control.” “Don’t be a wimp!” “Don’t get sad. Get angry!” “Don’t get mad. Get even!” But don't kill the messenger. Your body has something to say to you. Read more

Emotions come from the heart. Yet, we like to think our way through the emotional state and problem-solve this whole issue of feelings. Why turn to the mind for answers about the heart? Fear of feeling? Most people fear at least the negative feelings, and for some, the happy expansive feelings can also be uncomfortable. As a culture, we Americans tend to fear emotions. Read more

In our minds, we might think we can’t define the undefinable. But we’re human. That’s what we do, even when we try not to. The mind thinks, the heart feels, the body reacts. Take a minute to ponder this question. Even write down your impressions. What pictures come up? What thoughts, faces, voices? What feelings? What associations do you make with the word God? Read more

Welcome to Essence of the One. I feel honored and blessed to have this avenue for communicating with you about a subject which brings great joy to my heart. I hope that joy will leap over to your heart – and between our hearts – as we travel this journey together.For this first post, I thought it a good idea to get to know each other...Here are a few hints of what you can expect to find here... Read more