In art perspective happens on the horizon line; that is if you are painting landscapes. This is where the artist tells us about distance. Wouldn't it be great if we had such a tool in finding perspective about our life and corresponding relationships? Let's try a technique often employed by painters. Create a frame with … Continue reading It Is All A Matter of Perspective
Category: Self Improvment
Lessons Learned
As the clock winds down 2013 it might be helpful to revisit the lessons learned during the past year. Only you can determine exactly what it is that you gleaned. Some of the lessons will be obvious to you; others may be more subtle or elusive. Direct your attention to teachings that gave you insight, … Continue reading Lessons Learned
Laugh Out Loud
One of the many tidbits of interesting information that I received from a Native American friend was about LOL; that's Laughing Out Loud for the less tech savvy. Basically, she was telling me how her Native American family never took anything too seriously. Apparently, there wasn't anything that was too solemn or intense for a … Continue reading Laugh Out Loud
Sacred Element of the Holidays
Did you ever notice the abundance of sacred holidays that take place this time of year? What marks this time of year as special? While I may not know all the answers, one thing strikes me as a prominent theme in each of them. Nope, it is not love. Although I will say that it … Continue reading Sacred Element of the Holidays
Book Excerpt
This is for those of you who have been asking to read my books. I have decided to share an excerpt from one of my books or short stories as a gift to you. I may decide to post an excerpt once a month after this posting. The downside is that you will have to … Continue reading Book Excerpt
Winter Gifts
Nature is our greatest teacher of how to be in relationship with the world and with our selves. On this solstice day let us consider the gifts contained within the season of Winter. During this season of dormancy we are reminded to slow down, to go within so that we may reflect on our lives. … Continue reading Winter Gifts
Hearth & Home
Today marks the last day of the Fall season. Tomorrow we welcome Winter. My thoughts move toward the distant past when people moved more fluidly with the seasons. They understood that Nature and the seasons offered reflections of ways to be that were beneficial to their well-being. To that purpose it might be interesting to … Continue reading Hearth & Home
Finding the Self
The true nature of any spiritual journey is one that leads to the self. This essential goal is often elusive. How does one find the self, that inner place of infinite stillness, silence and connection? There are many paths and modalities that guide one toward self-discovery but how do you know which to choose? That … Continue reading Finding the Self
My New Teacher: Equilibrium
Equilibrium has arrived as my new teacher. This really ought not be a surprise to me given all that has taken place in recent weeks. And yet, I am still somewhat hesitant to delve into following this particular instructor. I'm sure you can relate; some teachers you gravitate to because you feel lifted up, others … Continue reading My New Teacher: Equilibrium
Bright Blessings
The moon is said by various sources to rule over the oceans' tides, the cycles of women and our emotions. Different phases of the moon can give us the opportunity to access specific elements of our nature. As it happens today is a full moon. Consider for a moment what might happen if you gave … Continue reading Bright Blessings