We discussed previously the goal of attaining inner peace. And we covered the first step in this process. That step is to learn, little by little, to let go of the control we so desire over every little thing that happens in our lives. Both the good and the bad. But that is not the… Continue reading victories – part two…
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seeing the world through different glasses…
As I pondered the suffering of others, I realized just how much we all have in common. It is something most people do not understand, and many more do not wish to accept. One day, when I was walking down the street in San Francisco decades ago, I remember seeing a beggar along the way.… Continue reading seeing the world through different glasses…
begging for dignity…
(Reposted to restore missing link from other published posts.) As people, we tend to become judge and juror towards those in need. It is part of our fallen nature to resist parting with our goods, even if someone else is hurting. But when we send money to a charitable organization that gives us a tax… Continue reading begging for dignity…
language of a soldier…
As I read the ponderings of a soldier, I realized that I understood. I’ve never been to war or seen the bloody battles. But the trauma, hidden from the world, lies deep within their breast. It is a language that they alone can understand between each other. The hardships, hurt, and agony of war etches… Continue reading language of a soldier…
you are not broken…
Life throws us under the bus from time to time. Contrary to popular belief, no one is given a bus so heavy that it will break us. Even if it feels like it at the time…or during the trials that may extend for years to come. But it doesn’t mean we are broken. There are… Continue reading you are not broken…
you are loved…
For anyone who doubts God’s love for them, consider this: In the ocean of all individuals in the history of mankind, you exist. You live. You have your being. Uniquely. Individually. No one else on earth, throughout the history of man could ever replicate you, your experiences, your qualities, your skills. You are. And no… Continue reading you are loved…
taking care of self for the sake of others…
There is a lot of talk in our world today about self-care. But very little of it goes beyond the reason for doing so. Most of it revolves around the idea that “self” is more important than the needs of anyone else. But the reality is that if it is done within the proper context,… Continue reading taking care of self for the sake of others…
has the enemy won?
Looking around, it seems like the entire world has gone upside down. Closer to home, there seems to be an increase in bickering, fighting, and internal warfare. This is most apparent in the nuclear families. Nations are rattling sabers. Politicians are demonizing their opposition. Morals and ethics have become arbitrary. Personal opinions rule the day.… Continue reading has the enemy won?
the good in ourselves…
In our world today, we are constantly berated. We are told we don’t fit into the societal norm. Our hair, clothes, attitudes, beliefs, opinions are all criticized. And we are left feeling like we will never “fit in”. As a human being, we are social creatures. By nature, we want to belong. To connect with… Continue reading the good in ourselves…
the discovery of dignity…
I spoke about returning from an awesome retreat. The experience was amazing. But there was one thing that I came away with more than anything else I could have learned. There is a saying that you cannot judge a book by its cover. It’s meaning is deeper than we realize. In listening to the stories… Continue reading the discovery of dignity…