How our life shapes us
I wander around the Rodin sculpture galleries at the Legion of Honor, which are filled with forms of human bodies, angels, and faces emerging from blocks of marble and bronze. The natural light gives the sculptures a living quality. As I look closely at each piece, I can feel the touch of the artist from…
Read MoreLiving by a few simple principles
After a demanding day, I committed myself to carving out some space and time to stop feeling the pressure of my to-do list. I decided to take a walk, not to “get my exercise in,” but simply to walk, breathe in some fresh air, listen to the sounds around, and let my mind wander and…
Read MoreOur Spiritual Nature
We are born with a spiritual nature, and the more we can surrender the urge to know the absolute, the more wonder and mystery can unfold and rise up. Can we allow ourselves to discover our spiritual dimension? The kids at the school where I work love to draw. They are always playing, and exploring…
Read MoreThe Interior Life
I awake to a new day, which is full of things to do. However, as I drink my morning tea, still wearing my pajamas, I can also sense my interior self. What is the interior life? At times, it’s like water pouring through my cupped hands, and at other times, it’s like holding a stone…
Read MoreThe Power of our words
Our words are very powerful. What we say to one another can have a deep and profound effect. Working with children, I really notice this. If I support a child’s effort in an encouraging way, then the child will feel more inspired to continue trying. My words are like watering seeds in a garden. Kind…
Read MoreThe Summer Comfort Circle Workshop: Sweet Surrender
Dear Friends, I invite you to participate in my June 13, 2009 workshop. The Summer Comfort Circle Sweet Surrender In this comfort circle, we will explore the purpose and peace that embracing surrender has in our lives. We will engage in the practice of surrender through body relaxation, breath awareness, guided imagery, and contemplative sharing.…
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