Our religious, spiritual, and magical traditions are a great foundation. But sometimes “what we’ve always done” not only doesn’t work, it makes things worse. And so we have to make it up as we go along. Read more
Our religious, spiritual, and magical traditions are a great foundation. But sometimes “what we’ve always done” not only doesn’t work, it makes things worse. And so we have to make it up as we go along. Read more
I have no need to convert people who think abortion is a terrible sin. They’re free to believe what they want and to order their lives around those beliefs. I just want to live my life, let others live theirs, and be free to go to brunch. And I can’t. Read more
I knew this was coming. I’ve thought about what I’d say when it did, but I can’t write any of those words right now. I’ll try to be reasonable tomorrow. Today I’m too angry. Read more
You were called for a reason. You said yes for a reason. The world has changed in the past five years, but the essence of the human condition and the essence of the Gods have not. If you wait for things to get “back to normal” you’ll be waiting forever. Read more
We live in the most religiously diverse society in the history of humanity, where many people are actively trying to find the “right” religion for themselves. We need to make sure those who want what we have and do can find us. Read more
Given that the world is moving in directions I don’t like, how do I want to respond? How can I make things better for me and mine? I’m too old to wait and see. And even if I wasn’t, I’m in no mood to suffer any more and any longer than I have to. Read more
If your spiritual experiences – your UPG, your Unverified Personal Gnosis – involve someone else, either they’ll respond on their own, or you’re mistaking your desires for the message of a God or spirit. Read more
Let’s examine the consensus meaning of the Two of Swords at a deeper level than your typical little white book. And let’s explore wisdom of the Two of Swords in the context of living in these “interesting” and “unprecedented” times. Read more
Most times, talking about our religious and spiritual experiences is a good thing. But there are times when talking about them is unhelpful and even harmful. In those cases, it’s best to remain silent. Read more
Wild magic strips away the masks, costumes, and programming of the modern world and helps us remember who and what we truly are. That helps us understand what we really want, and how we can go about getting it – or being it. Read more