Unity or Division

Our task here is to BE LOVE.  In easy times, bringing the best version of ourselves to every situation can be, at times, challenging.  During times of conflict and chaos, it is ESSENTIAL.  Amazing growth is possible now due to this challenge.  So, let’s take a quick look at the political scene in the USA right now.

Whenever you hear a person in power working to “other” some group with less political power, take note and be aware.  People of color, immigrants, laborers, women, LGBTQ community, Muslims… all of these groups have less political power in this country than the ruling class of the wealthy.

Division is a tool of autocrats, racists, authoritarians and dictators, and the saddest thing is to realize that human beings are quite vulnerable to this tactic.  There is a reason many authoritarians work to undermine education and fight against critical thinking: Our UNITY is our strength.Continue reading

Living Gently with Gratitude

Someone recently asked me how to live with grace when the world feels like it is "spinning out of control".  There are all kinds of things we can do to stay centered and tuned into the Silent Center... but nobody said it would be easy.

Remember, my friends, to start each day with an attitude of gratitude... not in a superficial way, but genuinely take a look at the wonders that you've been graced with..yes, even in times of crisis. Perhaps especially then.

Sit in silence for  few minutes.  Feel gratitude for this experience of being a part of this beautiful planet Earth.

Do yoga or tai-chi and appreciate the flexibility and strength that you have today.  Dance.  Sing.  Play an instrument.  Do some gardening.  Create art.  Create beauty. Be kind.  And when you take political action - do it from a place of love.

Schedule a session with me if you feel the need of some guidance.  Drawing strength from each other is a good thing.  Don't be afraid to ask for help when you feel the need... and then, when you feel ready, pass it on.

That's how this works.

I LOVE this quote:

“Walk as if you are kissing the Earth with your feet.”
― Thich Nhat Hanh

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You Are The Universe

You are the Universe, expressing and experiencing Itself in the form of a human being.   Close your eyes and take a deep breath – and just feel the truth of that statement.  Feel the empowering joy and tranquility of this truth.  Take a few more deep wonderful breaths, and smile.

Remember.

Aaaaaaah…..

It’s All Us

“And suddenly you realize: you are in every dot of the universe vanishing and arising.”

~ Amit Ray

Being Who You Are

Being your true, authentic self is a gift.

There is only ONE you...

here in this unique moment in time, 
as your own unique human expression,
currently inhabiting this beautiful and unique living planet. 

Cherish this moment.  Cherish yourself.

 

The privilege of a lifetime is being who you are.

~ Joseph Campbell