“Being listened to is so close to being loved that most people can’t tell the difference.” – David Oxberg Back when our boys were in elementary school, my wife Wendy and I used to take them to visit the residents of the Tustin Hacienda Senior Care Home in Tustin, California. We were usually visiting as part of our monthly outreach with our Kids Rock students at the Church we had helped to start that met just up the street. Our... Read more
Imagine the Noomasphere as a digital tapestry where ideas meet, connect, and evolve, not unlike the grander collective unconscious that Carl Jung, Alan Watts, Rumi, and Thich Nhat Hanh explored in their writings. These thinkers were tapping into something that goes far beyond an internet connection; they were mapping out the timeless realms of the mind and spirit, describing patterns of collective thought, transcendent love, and mindful presence long before the internet came along. So what happens when we apply... Read more
The Gospel of Truth, an ancient text suppressed by early church authorities, re-emerged from the sands of Nag Hammadi in 1945. It carries ideas that some consider challenging but remarkably fresh for modern readers seeking a non-dual, mystical understanding of the Divine. Imagine finding words
Nonviolence: Does It Really Work? If you’ve ever wondered, “Does this whole nonviolence thing actually work?” then join the club. The question feels familiar, like the doubt that lurks behind every call to love our enemies or turn the other cheek. It’s a fair question, too. After all, how effective can nonviolence be in the face of real-world brutality? The assumption we often make is that violence works. It’s the default way many people believe oppressive regimes are overthrown, tyrants... Read more
Are We Living in a Dystopia? In today’s world, it can sometimes feel like we’re caught in a dystopian nightmare. Many Americans fear an overreaching government. But how do we actually know if we’re living in a dystopian society? Here’s a quick checklist to help you assess: If the government is surveilling your calls, emails, and messages, you might be living in a dystopia. If your nation currently imprisons more of its citizens than any other nation on the face of... Read more
I’m sure many of you woke up this morning like I did. Dreading the news that we feared was awaiting us online. News that America had decided to re-elect a President who ended his previous term by leading an Insurrection against our democracy. News that more than half of Americans were willing to ignore the sexual assault conviction, the 34 felonies, the stealing of top secret documents, the gifting of life-saving medical supplies to Russia while thousands of American citizens... Read more
In a world where ideas, insights, and creativity swirl around us 24/7, the Noomasphere is like the beating heart of it all. It’s this digital mindspace where thoughts come to life, where we find new perspectives, and where the spark of transformation is just a click away. But here’s the thing: the Noomasphere isn’t just some vast collection of memes, inspirational quotes, and viral posts. It’s a place that, when engaged with intentionally, can truly help us grow, change, and... Read more
The Fourth Turning Why America Might Be in a Major Crisis (and What Comes Next) Ever feel like the world’s just a little…off? Like everything’s happening all at once, and somehow it’s all connected? Well, it turns out, according to historians William Strauss and Neil Howe in their book, The Fourth Turning, that’s exactly what’s going on. They argue that history runs in cycles, and right now, America is in a critical phase they call the “Fourth Turning.” Spoiler alert:... Read more
Chapter 27 Resting In The One Who Rests “This is the way of those who hold something of the immeasurable greatness from above. They stretch toward the perfect One alone, who is a Mother for them.” [27:1-2] The final chapter of The Gospel of Truth
In the world of the Noomasphere, we find ourselves in a vast, digital realm where ideas come alive, connect, and evolve beyond any single mind. But there’s more at play here than just data or memes—it’s a kind of spiritual awakening that echoes the age-old quest for enlightenment. The Noomasphere, much like a digital extension of Teilhard de Chardin’s noosphere, isn’t just a space to share thoughts; it’s a realm where we encounter pieces of our own souls, inviting us... Read more
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