dying to the fear of death … (03/31/12)
“In everyone’s life, at some time, our inner fire seems to go out, whereupon it is then burst into flame again by an encounter with another human being. We should all be thankful for those people who rekindle the inner spirit.” ~ Albert Schweitzer One year ago today, while preparing to set forth on a […]
Love is letting go … (03/31/11)
“Love is like being in the river, flowing … I am still me, yet I am allowing myself to be steered by the river, instead of fighting to ford it … We try so hard to cross to a destination that is out of reach, & we are never satisfied. The force of the river […]
pausing to BE … (03/30/12)
“We may not all live holy lives, but we live in a world alive with holy moments.” ~ Kent Nerburn It seems like there is just too much to do these days. I find myself juggling so many tasks — tasks that are all designed to help others in some way, and yet tasks that […]
on Altruism … (03/30/11)
“Love is when the other person’s happiness is more important than your own.” ~ H. Jackson Brown, Jr. . “Every man must decide whether he will walk in the light of creative altruism or in the darkness of destructive selfishness.” ~ Martin Luther King, Jr. . “We cannot do great things on this Earth, only […]
Going for the Ball Sack (Not!) … (03/30/13)
Our species has come to another crossroads, with two paths leading towards two very different destines: on one hand, the preemptive “self-defense” of the “wise” coward (see, the violence of the younger Yoda), while on the other, the unconditional forgiveness of the courageous heretic (see, the gentle brilliance of Jesus Christ in the Gospels). Frankly, […]
on taking the Final Step … (12/29/11)
“Realize that you are the generator of all emotions, that you control your reaction to anyone and any situation … With courage, focus your awareness in the chalice of the heart … Your heart beat is connected to the vibrations of the planet … It is your mission, your purpose, to consciously use this power […]
on Humility … (03/29/11)
“Therefore, whomever humbles himself like a child will be greatest in the Kingdom of Heaven.” ~ Jesus (Matthew 18:4) . “Consider others as yourself.” ~ Buddha . “What makes humility so desirable is the marvelous thing it does to us; it creates in us a capacity for the closest possible intimacy with God” ~ Monica […]
No more loneliness … (03/29/13)
There are almost 7 billion human beings, over 100 billion animals, and over 5 trillion trees on our incredible planet today … and remembering this fact means never again having to feel lonely. All it takes is a quick glance around to see a fellow living being; a being that will deeply appreciate the random […]
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