The Power of Curiosity

Several weeks ago I was interviewed by an author currently writing a book on curiosity. We had such a wonderful conversation that I wanted to share with you part of our discussion. When asked about why I see curiosity as essential to our well –being, I shared that curiosity is absolutely necessary for our . […]

What’s the Difference Between a Visitor and a Guest?

“We are visitors on this planet. We are here for ninety or one hundred years at the very most.  During that period, we must try to do something good, something useful, with our lives.  If you contribute to other people’s happiness, you will find the true goal, the true meaning of life.” It is true […]

What Comes Before Strengthening?

For the past month I’ve had some challenges with my back. So I’m working with several health practitioners.  One of them said something that really resonated at so many levels.  He said, “Healing always comes before . . .” . . . strengthening.” Healing always comes before strengthening. We are a culture that values strength […]

Be Our Gift

There’s nothing like a quiet breakaway to the mountains – away from the stimulating adrenaline rush of the city. The fresh, crisp air, the majesty of trees, rocks, streams, lakes, flowers, birds, clouds – the colors, the beauty. Ahhh, just thinking about the mountains is wonderful. Deep, relieving breaths are irresistible. It’s so . . […]

What is Good for Your Soul?

So, how are you doing with your new resolutions this year? Hmmm.  Yup.  Like most of us, you’re doing pretty well with some, not so well with others.  Am I right? I suspect I’m right because . . . . . . that’s been my experience so far. I’ve been great with purging, organizing, and […]

The Most Lethal Factor Affecting People in the Workplace (and Everywhere Else)

Only 30 percent of American employees feel engaged or inspired at their jobs and the vast majority of U.S. workers — 70 percent — are not reaching their full potential, a Gallup study concluded in 2013. In June, 2014 a report released by the Conference Board, reported in Forbes magazine, that 52.3% of Americans were […]

Sacred Affirmations of Liberation

“Passover affirms the great truth that liberty is the inalienable right of every human being.”  – Morris Joseph Our predominantly Judeo-Christian culture holds this weekend as sacred.  It is a time reserved for reflection on and celebration of liberation.  Jews celebrate Passover, commemorating the liberation of the Israelites from Egyptian slavery.  Christians celebrate Easter, also called […]

I’m Not Trying to Stroke Your . . .

May I be honest, I’m not trying to stroke your . . . . . . Narcissism. Rather, I’m challenging you to get real about your essence – your soul, your Self, your True You.  This is the part of you that is an essential expression of love – perfect, flawless, unscathed by loss and fear.  […]