… writings on the journey thus far
No matter the words written here, there are shadows undisturbed within this man. In other words, I’ve got my “stuff.” It’s no big secret. It’s evident in my writing, and even more so in my life. But as I keep rooting Continue reading Another humbling.
Although a mantra is often deemed a sacred verbal formula, some may consider aspects of what I’m talking about here better described as affirmations. In my estimation, there is quite a bit of cross-over, so I’ll simply go with this Continue reading Magic mantras.
Following is a journal piece from “some time” ~ Be in the moment. Just as the rising sun sweeps away the darkness, one’s rising awareness casts aside all but the splendor of the moment … here and now. Each morning Continue reading The chair by the window.
A new landing place was revealed to me last evening, another perspective … and, as is usually the case with the Buddhist way, offering itself in a gentle manner. But what I truly love about this way is that, with Continue reading Golden leaves.
Quite likely, even for those who haven’t read the Bible, you’re familiar with this thought. Consider these words expanded: Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them that spitefully Continue reading Love your enemy.
This needs to be written before its forgotten. And perhaps, with the writing will come a greater likelihood I’ll remember the next time. It’s not just one thing though … On Monday, I shared about how Jonathon’s passing reminded me Continue reading Forgotten.
From times of old, the sages and mystics spoke of how life demanded each of us to learn how to balance the tension between opposites. From pole to pole we go … the pendulum swinging. Likely unaware, something within us Continue reading Contrast.