Standing Strong Through The Storms of Our Lives (A Poem)
Keeping a sense of connectedness while navigating the storms of our lives… A sense of centeredness — Even tenuous Impalpable Mysterious Yet indestructible… Letting [...]
How Can You Concretely Re-Write Your Story?
In my previous post, I evoked the power of story telling both for individuals and societies and how, consciously or not, we constantly re-write and [...]
Which Story Are You Choosing For Yourself?
Mimi Barthelemy is a Haitian story teller, the most amazing I have ever encountered. She passed away a week ago from a heart attack [...]
A Cup That Is Already Full Has No Room To Receive
You have probably heard the story of the Buddhist scholar who went to visit an old and respected Zen monk to discuss Buddhism. The monk [...]
What Makes Your Soul Sing?
This period is a time of huge transformation (and transitions) for many. For the past few weeks, I have witnessed so much turmoil and despair [...]
Moving Beyond Setbacks
Do you ever wonder why, in spite of all the work you are doing on yourself, all the healing, spiritual development, etc. you still find [...]
The Sound of Silence
It started a week ago. I was talking with a client about the chatter in our minds… suggesting to look for the silence in between [...]
New Year, New Resolutions, New Goals? How would it feel if you were already living your dreams?…
I moved from Berkeley Springs,WV to Takoma Park,MD right before Christmas (and the big snow storms!). I had known for a while that it was [...]
Being Peace in Troubled Times
Mohammad, a young Syrian non violent activist refused to leave Daraya, staying to help the inhabitants trapped there. He was killed on November 30, leaving [...]
You Are Already Perfect and Whole
“The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change.” Carl Rogers We all strive to be different, [...]