What does it mean to be of service? To whom? For whom? And, to what desired end? In this new moon’s edition of Soul Notes, we explore this topic. Authentic service: spiritual growth Many spiritual seekers, including many of you I gather, have felt the desire to be “of service,” and to leave the world […]
“What’s the matter, the cat got your tongue?” “Don’t you have something to say?” These questions may sound familiar. Do you recall a time when you were asked to speak up, and you didn’t? Or, perhaps you felt the urge to voice your opinion, and you refrained from doing so? Or, how about those times […]
I’ve joined a writer’s circle that meets on Monday nights in Santa Monica, California. At the end of the evening, we break into small groups. Last week, we were given the following question to answer and to share. We went around the table, and each of us spoke. The question posed was this: Would you […]
As we welcome in the increasing light at this time of year, and upon embarking on the lunar new year — on this February new moon, I invite you to consider: What seeds are you planting? — in your life, in your life’s work, in your relationships, in your surroundings? With this edition of Soul […]
Are you ready for the new year? Are you ready to envision your best year yet? Let’s adventure together into the world of deeply seeing what your soul has in store for you! On this edition of Soul Notes, we explore the concept and practical ways of visioning your desires into reality. Why Vision(ing)? Visioning […]
Prince of PEACE: A study in contrasts For many of us, this weekend is one where we are winding down from our Christmas celebrations and festivities. And for some, December has been a time spent focusing attention on Jesus Christ as the “Prince of Peace.” No matter your affiliation or spiritual tradition, however, I welcome […]
Yes, you have the music in you! “When the night is falling and you cannot find the light …If you feel your dreams are dying …Hold tight. You’ve got the music in you.” –The New Radicals, You Get What You Give As we approach Winter Solstice in the Northern hemisphere, daytime shortens and nighttime lengthens. […]
“’To be or not to be?’ ~ That is the question.” –William Shakespeare The Essence of YOU There have been, of course, tomes written about the works of Shakespeare, and Hamlet in particular. I’ll not create another one here on the blog; but suffice it to say that in the play, Hamlet poses this […]
“The times, they are a changin’….” (Bob Dylan) Positive Change With change comes progress. Incremental change. Massive change. Total upheaval. It all constitutes change. External factors as well as internal factors are at play. This applies whether it be within individuals, small groups, or entire organizations. Keep up with the times. Adapt or die. In […]
Comfort Zone/Discomfort Zone (Either/Or): Is it Really that Simple? How many times have you heard or read something along the lines of: “To grow, you must always get and be outside your comfort zone”? Personal development types often talk about how important it is to go outside your comfort zone. There is definitely some validity […]
