The best things in life are free. When it comes to spiritual practice, this phrase couldn’t be more true. Sure, I may choose to spend money on a spiritual retreat or class, but I can also simply sit down and breathe. Spirit is always available to me, and the more I...
Being slimed is no fun. When I leave an interaction and feel toxic shame, I know I’m in the presence of slime. Sometimes the slime is prompted by the words and actions of others. But ultimately, the producer of the slime is me. Where have I taken on another person’s...
Mostly, life cruises along with a bit of change here and there. But now and then, it can seem like life has gotten ahead of itself. In those times, I feel like I cannot keep up. I feel like I don’t even know who I am anymore, let alone whose life I’m living! These are...
In the practice of focusing my mind, I may notice how much my mind wanders. Sometimes it wanders into exciting places, with new, inspired ideas. Sometimes it wanders into dark alleys, with fears and worries lurking in every corner. And sometimes it wanders into...
Taking on a new habit or commitment can feel overwhelming. But I don’t have to take it on all at once. I can focus on one day at a time. Or one minute at a time, if necessary! The present moment is a powerful place. When I put all my attention on the present moment,...
The further I go in my spiritual practice, the more sensitive I become to my energy and the energy of others. In response to this sensitivity, I may need to do things differently. I may need to spend more time by myself. I may need to spend less time with some folks...
