The 1 Year Odyssey: Creating a Meditation Community Online
The Lockdown It’s been just about a year now, give or take a day or two, since my visiting European friends, Sue and Suzi, left Santa Barbara. The U.S. was locking down and they
Why are We In Lockdown? She asked, Rhetorically.
Yesterday, before we meditated together during an “Alone Together” guided meditation session, a group of 50 or so meditators was engaged in a discussion during which I
What is a Mystical Experience?
When was the last time you felt in deep communion with creation? Perhaps it was while you were hiking that the wind in the trees and the birdsongs charmed you. Or maybe it was a vi
Be Powerful – Sharpen Your Attention
Every living being, from people and animals to plants, and even molecules of water, respond to attention. Consider this: when you offer your unconditioned, gentle attention to some
Be a Jedi
Time to don your Jedi powers, especially those of peacemaking and paying attention. I have decided not to let my attention-cycle be controlled by the attention-cycle of social me
Time Out for a Time In
Stressed out? Probably. It is a reality that most of us face. Some people say financial concerns cause stress. Others say their stress comes from a family situation. For many, thei
What is a Soul-Centered Life?
Everyone wants to be happy, free, and fulfilled. And, here’s the thing, we already are – our soul, our being is naturally like that. And it is creative, wise, patient, and lovi
Einstein & Love
Albert Einstein (14 March 1879 – 18 April 1955) is perhaps best known for being a theoretical physicist and for receiving the 1921 Nobel Prize in Physics He dedicated his l
Want to Start Meditating Now?
What advice do you have for someone who wants to start meditating now? Meditation refers to the many ancient and modern practices designed to settle your nervous system, release
Is the World a Friendly Place?
How do you view the world? Do you feel as if everything and everyone is on your side? Do you marvel at the good luck you have? If your answer is “yes”, perhaps it’
