The Summer Solstice: A Journey of Light, Healing, and Spiritual Practices
In my childhood, this time of year meant starry skies, chocolate ice cream, and fireflies. Growing up, it became a precious time to deepen my spiritual practices. In our society, we often perceive time as linear, but recognizing the cycles that constantly occur throughout the day, in the seasons, in our bodies, and in our […]
Strawberry Moon: The Sweetness of Growth.
Do you remember the first time you noticed the moon? For me, it brings back memories of my grandmother. Every night, she would lovingly point out the Evening Star, Venus, and in the evenings, we would gaze at the Big Dipper together. She may not have known much about the vastness of the sky or […]
Overcoming procrastination by embracing your emotions
For a long time, I struggled with procrastination. Despite my organization and awareness of my priorities, I still felt a deep need to procrastinate. Hours and days passed by, and when people asked me about my progress, I made excuses and sometimes even became irritable. I wasn’t frustrated with them for pointing out my lack […]
Equinox: Welcoming the New
Spring is here! Every year I look with surprise at the grass and flowers that sprout from the ground and become oases of green in the whiteness of the snow. Plants and animals are in a state of harmony with the cycles of nature. When the earth begins to awaken, they emerge from their winter […]
The Power of Metta: A Daily Practice for Inner Peace
• I am safe • I am happy • I am healthy • I am at peace Even just writing these opening sentences, I feel the energy of this practice activated within me. I first heard these affirmations from one of my mentors, Deborah King. They are part of a Buddhist practice called Metta that […]