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Mar 25, 20231 min read

Rest, my dears by St. Catherine of Siena

The sun hears the fields talking about effort and the sun smiles, and whispers to me, "Why don't the fields just rest, for I am willing...

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"How to Cultivate Self-Compassion: Tips and Practices for a More Fulfilling Life."

Mar 20, 20232 min read

"How to Cultivate Self-Compassion: Tips and Practices for a More Fulfilling Life."

Self-compassion is an essential component of overall well-being, yet it's something that many of us struggle with. We often have high...

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Mar 14, 20231 min read

Love's Confusing Joy by Rumi

If you want what visible reality can give, you are an employee. If you want the unseen world, you are not living with your truth. Both...

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Walking Meditation: Kiss the Earth with Your Feet

Mar 6, 20232 min read

Walking Meditation: Kiss the Earth with Your Feet

Walking meditation can be sacred dance between our body and the earth. As we walk slowly and mindfully, we can connect with the natural...

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Sitting Meditation: Mindfulness using the Breath as an Anchor

Mar 3, 20232 min read

Sitting Meditation: Mindfulness using the Breath as an Anchor

Sitting meditation is a powerful practice that can help us cultivate mindfulness and self understanding. By sitting quietly and bringing...

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Feb 27, 20232 min read

The Power of a Mindful Pause

We live in a world where it’s all too easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Our schedules become jam-packed...

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Mindful Eating: Cultivating a Healthy Relationship with Food

Feb 24, 20232 min read

Mindful Eating: Cultivating a Healthy Relationship with Food

In today's fast-paced world, we often find ourselves rushing through meals, eating on the go, or mindlessly snacking while multitasking....

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Feb 15, 20231 min read

If you would grow by Daniel F. Mead

If you would grow to your best self Be patient, not demanding Accepting, not condemning Nurturing, not withholding Self-marveling, not...

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Feb 15, 20231 min read

Love After Love by Derek Walcott

The time will come when, with elation you will greet yourself arriving at your own door, in your own mirror and each will smile at the...

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Feb 10, 20231 min read

Compassionate Letter Writing

How to write yourself a love letter. Find your 'voice' You can write this letter from your compassionate self to you. From the...

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Feb 10, 20231 min read

Bob Sharples

Don’t meditate to fix yourself, to improve yourself, to redeem yourself; rather, do it as an act of love, of deep warm friendship to...

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Feb 7, 20231 min read

Authenticity quote by Brené Brown

"Authenticity is the daily practice of letting go of who we think we're supposed to be and embracing who we are." - Brené Brown

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Feb 7, 20231 min read

'You are a message' - quote by Steven Charleston

"Here is one way to look at yourself through spiritual eyes: you are a message. When you wonder what existence is all about, when you...

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Jan 12, 20231 min read

Total Relaxation

Here is a recording of last Tuesday's meditation. It is a Total Relaxation touching gratitude and appreciation for the body and ending...

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Jan 10, 20231 min read

Love Does That by Meister Ekhart

All day long a little burro labors, sometimes with heavy loads on her back and sometimes just with worries about things that bother only...

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Right Intention and the Five Hindrances Talk by Ethan

Jan 10, 20231 min read

Right Intention and the Five Hindrances Talk by Ethan

Right Intention and the Five Hindrances Talk This dharma talk was offered as the opening talk on a 10 day retreat for experienced...

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Jan 3, 20231 min read

Rumi

“Every midwife knows that not until a mother's womb softens from the pain of labour will a way unfold and the infant find that opening to...

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Jan 3, 20231 min read

Learning to Self-Soothe

Enjoy this 5 minute practice to bring some calm to your body, heart and mind. This short practice will guiding you through different ways...

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How changing our perception can reduce our suffering