We must grapple with our internal contradictions. Most of us go about our days only dimly aware that such contradictions exist. A person may spend…
Dualism and Belief
“What negative belief are you struggling to confirm?” I had written this question to myself months ago and have reflected on it recently. Though I…
Navigating Multiple Worlds
We live in at least two worlds. One world is our outward experience: conversations with friends, work, chores, the movement of history, all of which…
Clinging – Letting Go
Sometimes we get stuck. It may make no sense. Parts of life might be going really well. The feeling seems to come from nowhere. All…
Deal With It
“I don’t want to deal with it.” Some people avoid going to doctors because they “don’t want to deal” with what they might find out.…
Believe in Yourself
Articles like “How to Belief in Yourself: 8 steps” offer “steps” with some helpful insight, yet bother me for their simplicity, particularly upon reaching the…
Yes/No
I think many conflicts reveal themselves through personal and cultural expressions of “Yes” and “No.” Many people grow up in environments where their “No” was…
Showing Up
Nothing happens in my life until I show up. Much of my life has felt like a rehearsal, a waiting for something to happen, a…
Compassion
This week, I have felt gratitude for the wisdom I have received from the many teachers who have imparted for me a respect for the…
Worthy
This day is worthy of my attention. I am worthy of life. What I fear and desire is worthy of attention. Attention — not indulgence,…