“I’m going to throw out them out!” It was her final threat. My wife had been after me to get rid of those boxes of photographs I had taken over the years…photographs of the kids, places we’ve been, things we’ve done. She was right, of course. We don’t have room anymore, since we moved from the big house to our small apartment. But throw them out? I couldn’t possibly do that without looking at them. They should be sorted and... Read more
The clash of opposites is inherent to life. We live in the world of light and shadow. Overcoming adversity keeps us on, and moves us along, the trajectory we are meant to be on. Psychologist C.G. Jung says that opposition is inherent in human nature: “Nothing so promotes the growth of consciousness as this inner confrontation of opposites.” Consciousness and confrontation of opposites are linked in one of life’s primary purposes: “Only here, in life on earth, where opposites clash... Read more
Conventional society is organized around the apparent solidity of our “egoic self”—how we have to show up in “polite” society in order to get the things we want and eventually make our way into normal adulthood. But with the growth of spiritual insight, our immature egotism gradually dissolves. We awaken to the fact that our supposed separate identity and our choice of our particular role in society is a mere construct, although it can be a very serviceable tool. We... Read more
Sometimes we start the spiritual journey and then stutter to a halt, or find ourselves unsure of a direction. Or perhaps we haven't even started the journey yet? Even a baby step has enormous value and will help you get more from your Spiritual Journey. Read more
We like to think that things will go smoothly, that we can accomplish what we want without too much difficulty, that love will come easily, and even that growth can come without much struggle. Is this really the case, in the real world? Well, Tina Turner’s classic, What’s Love Got To Do With It, nails it: You must understand though the touch of your hand ... Read more
Despite the decline in religious affiliation people continue to express a desire to explore spiritual themes, especially opportunities to reflect on their beliefs, values, and purpose. Exploring one’s relationship with spiritual topics, if supported, can stimulate self-discovery, learning, and personal growth, however, many have grown hesitant to trust traditional religious venues (e.g. churches, synagogues, religious education). Houses of worships and religious education, once regulated how people engaged with religious and spiritual content however the proliferation of and access to technology... Read more
Last night I happened to watch the 1959 movie “On the Beach.” It’s amazing how an old movie or melody or photo can stir up a long-forgotten memory that was once a vivid event in our life. Such was the case for me as I watched Gregory Peck and Ava Gardner in a black-and-white thought-provoker from 1959: The scene is Melbourne, Australia, in the 1960’s. A brief nuclear exchange between the super powers has killed everyone in the northern hemisphere.... Read more
Perhaps my grief pulled on her like an anchor tying her to this realm at a time when she wanted to be fully focused in her new life. In the two years since her death I had cried plenty and long. Could those tears now be a drain on her? Was it time to let the grief go? Read more
“A father who spares the rod hates his son, but one who loves him keeps him order. ” New English Bible Proverbs 13:24 got it all wrong. Two researchers recently evaluated at all the studies about spanking over the past 50 years, and guess what they found? Kids who are spanked are more likely to defy their parents and generally have a harder time of it than children who are not spanked. Clearly, these findings show the opposite of... Read more
What is your Akashic story and what are the Akashic Records...and why I believe they are so important to spiritual growth. I had a spontaneous opening to the energy of the Akashic Records in 2010 and have been reading the Records for clients and myself ever since. Your Akashic Story is so import for you, and for everyone. Read more
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