In Memorium
On Sept. 11, in memory of all innocents who have died as a result of nationalist arrogance and religious intolerance.
Getting Strong
We cannot escape fear. We can only transform it into a companion that accompanies us on all our exciting adventures.— Susan Jeffers We have arrived at the end of Chapter Seven and will be doing some exercises to celebrate and solidify our work here. This chapter has been about re-establishing our personal, intimate sense of … Read more
Digging the Good
Sometimes you’ve got to let everything go – purge yourself. Whatever is bringing you down, get rid of it. Because you’ll find that when you’re free, your true creativity, your true self comes out.— Tina Turner As we finish up Chapter Seven, we are on an archaeological dig, discovering long-buried parts of ourselves we may … Read more
Gentle Archaeology
The deepest secret in our heart of hearts is that we are writing because we love the world.— Natalie Goldberg We are winding down Chapter Seven this week, with some exercises and final thoughts. Did you work on your jealousy map over the weekend? How did it go? Today, we are archaeologists, and will be … Read more
The Public Option Explained So Even Glen Beck MIGHT Understand It
… but don’t hold your breath. Understanding is not what gets him and his cronies their ratings. For the rest of us, let’s make it simple, shall we? Let’s all just get real and calm down some of the astonishing paranoia and ignorance circulating about this. Here you go. Enjoy!
Stand Up and Be Counted!
Everyone who identifies in any way with modern Pagan/Heathen spirituality is being urged to participate in this census. This is legitimate and has been endorsed by some of the most respected people in Craft and Pagan leadership. It takes some time to complete, but is very important. PLEASE spread the word to everyone you know. … Read more
Global Money Clearing Ritual
We have already done similar rituals together here. But now, if you like, you can join with a global intention this coming Wednesday, 09-09-09:
Blessings of the Pisces Full Moon
To cure jealousy is to see it for what it is, a dissatisfaction with self. — Joan Didion Dan Furst, author of the acclaimed, Dance of the Moon: Celebrating the Sacred Cycles of the Earth (Llewellyn) tells us that this Full Moon is a complimentary balance of Earth and Water. It brings us a time … Read more
The Pop Quiz
Trust goodness. It flows all through us and is ever present. Whenever you fall out of trust, bring yourself back. — SARK Trusting that little voice inside you that says, “What if – ” is crucial, wherever you happen to be in your artist’s journey. The willingness to surrender the appearance of being successful, super … Read more
Like Mike
© Osho Zen TarotCreativity requires the courage to let go of certainties.— Erich Fromm The second day of each month in the Hellenic calendar is sacred to the agathos daimon, our benevolent personal guardian and companion spirit, similar to the Roman genius, ensuring good luck, health and wisdom. It is customary to pour a few … Read more