"Doubt is a pain too lonely to know that faith is his twin brother." ~Khalil Gibran Listening is an overlooked and undervalued way of being in our culture. Yes, a way of being, for when we listen, we are still, empty, receptive, alert, and interested. We are paying attention. We are open and available. Can you ...Read More
Archives for June 2011
10 Steps to Mastering the Art of Joyful Living
“I wish I could show you when you are lonely or in darkness the astonishing light of your own being.” ~Hafiz of Persia Are you moving too fast to enjoy life? Are you caught up in problems and struggles? Are you pressing forward on automatic, burning the candle at both ends? This post is all about slowing down – ...Read More
Smiling at Strangers: How to Welcome the Unappealing in Others and Ourselves
Note: Please welcome guest author Patricia Walling who invites us to be open in all directions, even when it's challenging. When a friend of mine was in high school, she took some summer courses in Boston in preparation for college. She had a penpal in Amherst working on his medical coding certification who had ...Read More
The Ultimate Guide to Getting Unstuck
“When there is no enemy within, the enemies outside cannot hurt you.” ~African Proverb Congratulations! You've done it! You're sick and tired of suffering. You've realized that the struggles in your life are your responsibility. You don't want to keep repeating the same patterns over and over. You are ripe for ...Read More