Spirit loves me exactly as I am. Even when I can’t let this in, it’s always true. The practice of extending acceptance for myself in all things is a great way to let in Spirit’s love. When I accept myself exactly as I am, I’m making room for compassion and...
Certain places are ripe for spiritual practice. Quiet rooms with low lighting and gorgeous altars. Spacious sanctuaries filled with devoted practitioners. Long ribbons of asphalt populated with speeding vehicles. Wait, what? Yup, that’s what I said. Everywhere is a...
What am I ingesting today? Am I letting old fears and grievances fill me up? If so, am I willing to be filled with something else instead? Something like faith, love, or freedom? Today I notice what I consume. If something I am ingesting, whether food or an idea, is...
As the diversity of human expression expands, I can recognize this expansion as a gift. Is there a part of me that’s been in hiding? Can I recognize and love this part of myself today? Is there anything I can do, now or in the future, to encourage this part of myself...
Playing the victim can be tempting. There’s a perverse power in being the one who’s been wronged. Others can feel bad for me. They can offer me comfort and solace. Also? The person who harmed me gets to be wrong. That can feel perversely satisfying as well. But does...
