Close on the heels of the Olympic Games, I recently found myself contemplating excellence and what that means in today’s world. I discovered, as it turns out, that along with respect and friendship, excellence is one of the Olympics’ three core values, as set forth by the International Olympic Committee. Excellence is an important element […]
Be the Lighthouse In this edition of Soul Notes, we examine what it means to be a lighthouse; and as always, we do so by invoking and evoking ancient wisdom and principles where they may be of service to each of us living in today’s world, and particularly during this time of an evolving (albeit […]
Let’s hear it for support! All hail, support! Let’s look at support: Lending it, and receiving it. Are there different types of support? If so, do they provide different functions? Does it matter? In this edition of Soul Notes, we examine what support means, how it may show up in our lives, and to what […]
“Trust what you hear when you listen.” — This is a line repeated in the Japji (Song of the Soul), as translated from the original Sanskrit. What does it mean to truly listen? And, to trust what you hear? In this new moon’s edition of Soul Notes, we dig into this spiritual concept and practice. […]
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 […]
