Seeing beauty in diversity is a spiritual gift and discipline. It is easier sometimes to view the world through my own lens and imagine beauty when it comes to me in forms "I like" or "I prefer." What might it be like to see the Divine everywhere I go? These thoughts arose within me during my morning meditation and reflection time. [I promised in the podcast to include a link to a song that came to mind while reflecting- I See You by Rich Mullins so here it is: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xe...
Jan 31, 2025•11 min•Ep. 16
We often imagine that something or someone external to us is the cause of frustration. Perhaps we are the author of frustration in our lives?
Jan 28, 2025•12 min•Ep. 15
Forgiveness is not easy. It is a journey and we must begin somewhere. In today's podcast, I share some thoughts about a first step we can make on the path toward forgiving.
Jan 24, 2025•13 min•Ep. 14
We have talked about what is ours to do in the world. Each of us as the gifts we are brings our gifts into the life of the world. What might your next step be in being the gift you are made to be?
Jan 21, 2025•13 min•Ep. 13
Play. Some folks imagine that play is a waste of time. In a culture that almost worships "work," sometimes it may seem that there is little room to play. However, it is part of the divine image to take time off, to commit to holidays as part of the gift of living.
Jan 17, 2025•11 min•Ep. 12
Is simplicity something that can be added to an already complex life? Are those things that are meant to simplify our lives actually adding complexity? Perhaps simplicity requires a different approach...
Jan 14, 2025•11 min•Ep. 11
Today may be a difficult day for you. Seek to catch yourself in moments of anxiety and concern, catch your breath. Do what is yours to do and let it go, if only for this moment. Remember you are truly beloved! (originally video streamed on November 5, election day in the U.S.) With the Inauguration upcoming, this seemed it might be a good replay...
Jan 10, 2025•11 min•Ep. 10
We are already into the new year and perhaps you may have already not quite gotten on track with your goals and resolutions. First, take a moment to give yourself grace and then reframe, reevaluate, and re-engage. Remember above all what a precious gift you are!
Jan 07, 2025•11 min•Ep. 9
Sometimes it can feel as though we are insignificant. It is big universe, a big world. Yet each of us is part of the Whole, an irrepeatable part and our engagement is significant. You matter; create the lovely ripples you were meant to create wherever you are.
Jan 03, 2025•8 min•Ep. 8
The end of a calendar is a time when we can choose the listen for the echoes of lessons learned this year. What have I learned about myself? What will I leave behind as I move forward? On what will I focus my energies in the time ahead? May your reflections give you opportunity to celebrate!
Dec 31, 2024•9 min•Ep. 7
Reflecting on a spiritual connection on Christmas: what is Spirit giving birth to in each of us?
Dec 25, 2024•7 min•Ep. 1
Dec 24, 2024•10 min•Ep. 6
We are connected to one another through more than just the internet. At the very core of who we are, we belong to one another. When one hurts, all of us hurt. When one suffers so do we all. Let's remember our connectedness.
Dec 21, 2024•10 min•Ep. 5
Do you find yourself stuck between the way you perceive “things” ought to be and the way things are? I do sometimes and I am trying to find a way to live in that dissonance and engage positively.
Dec 18, 2024•10 min•Ep. 4
Regrets? Each of us has made choices, done things, and said things we regret. Some of those are irreparable. However, we can live now with intention and perhaps create more fond recollections and fewer regrets.
Dec 16, 2024•10 min•Ep. 3
There are three questions by which I seek to measure my words daily: Is it true? Is it necessary? Is it kind? I do not always succeed but these help shape my words into clearer and kinder communication.
Oct 03, 2024•9 min•Ep. 2
