After a break, I've resumed my daily nature walks this past week. Initially, I curated a playlist, thinking music would enhance the experience. Surprisingly, it did the opposite. The music, rather than enriching, mediated my engagement with the environment, leaving me disconnected from the natural world around me. In retrospect, I'm not sure what prompted … Continue reading Reconnecting with Nature: A Lesson Learned on My Walks
I diligently pursue that which is freely given to me. This is the spiritual truth I am increasingly discovering. Raised in a world and a culture that predominantly values what is "earned," I have subtly subscribed to the notion of continual effort required to attain a place on the spiritual journey. However, I've come to … Continue reading Rediscovering Spiritual Truths in Every Moment
Here in the Eastern United States, we're nearing the end of winter. Despite the last two days of unseasonably warm weather, our landscape still appears mostly dormant from afar. Yet, upon closer inspection, the budding trees and emerging daffodil stems hint at the awakening life beneath. Compelled by the warmer temperatures, I ventured into our … Continue reading Discovering Hidden Beauty: Reflections from a Winter Walk
Albert Einstein once posited, “For us physicists, the distinction between past, present, and future is only a stubbornly persistent illusion." This insight offers a profound perspective on the fluidity of time, an observation that became strikingly clear to me today. Gazing out my window, I witnessed the ephemeral dance of sunlight across the rear facade … Continue reading Eternal Newness: Seeing the World Anew Each Day
Just two days ago, I found myself marveling at the beautiful snowflakes outside my window. In a matter of hours, they vanished, leaving no trace behind, replaced by the bright sunshine. This fleeting change serves as a poignant reminder of life’s constant flux. No two moments are precisely the same; everything is in perpetual motion. … Continue reading The Lovely Changes of the Day
I am coming to appreciate more and more the power of every moment as a Teacher. As I gaze through my window this morning, the snow is falling at a rapid pace. It is too warm here for the snow to “stick” to the ground, so I watch, awed by the fleeting nature of the … Continue reading The Gift of Fleeting Beauty
The daffodils in my backyard have begun to sprout. The promise of spring!
I often ponder the true meaning of success. What do people really mean when they talk about it? Whose interpretation of success are they adopting? Living in the Western world, I've noticed that success is predominantly gauged by wealth and power. This observation isn't to suggest that these are the only metrics of success, but … Continue reading The Beautiful Challenge of Living Successfully
This morning, I dedicated time to reflect on how to best honor my own voice. I pondered: What unique contributions can I offer the world? When I speak, can I truly honor my message in both tone and manner? Can I share my truth as a gift, from my spirit to yours? Each word we … Continue reading Honor Your Beautiful Voice
Occasionally, I find myself believing that my life is flowing effortlessly, as if I have everything “under control.” In these moments, the Universe often sends me a subtle or not-so-subtle reminder: the only thing I truly control is how I respond to each moment as it arises. Believing I can control anything beyond that is … Continue reading Calendaring Mistakes and Learning (again)
Infinitely Precious 