Parallel Lives

Parallel Lives

In a recent conversation with a friend we began talking about the existence of the soul and its many facets. I explained that what I believe is that we don’t incarnate with the soul’s entirety. The justification for this is as a spiritual being we must always remain a...
Are you a Giver or a Taker?

Are you a Giver or a Taker?

I’m sure you’ve read something I’ve written saying that it’s important to be able to give to yourself so that you can continue to give to others… and that continues to be true. However, giving to yourself is much different than taking (receiving) from someone else....
Mental Focus Amid Chaos

Mental Focus Amid Chaos

As I sit in the park watching my grandson play tag with other kids on the playscape, the noise from all the children is deafening, yet I can pick out my grandson’s voice amidst the din. It makes me wonder how we are able to tune things out that are not important to us...
Shadow People

Shadow People

Have you ever thought you saw someone standing next to you, but when you turned there was no one there? Peripherally you may have seen what appeared to be the shadow of a person. The shadow could have been very light gray to dark gray. You may even have felt their...
Zen: What Is It and How Do I Get It?

Zen: What Is It and How Do I Get It?

Zen is a form of meditation with focusing on the mindful awareness of the present moment. The phrase “being Zen” or “having a Zen attitude” has come to mean viewing life calmly with self-control. Zen is the harmonious state of the mind, body, and soul. It can help you...