We live in a time of renewal. Not only is this a time of seasonal renewal, it is also a time of spiritual renewal. Like the natural cycles of the seasons, our evolving consciousness follows the universal pattern of growth, maturity, decay, and renewal. Signs of decline all around us are part of a larger process. The bigger picture holds the promise of rebirth. The rise and fall of civilizations follow this pattern as well. Ascent and descent make up... Read more