Most people don’t recognize it, but many of us live with the effects of trauma. Trauma disrupts our lives and our sense of normalcy. Today, I’m discussing both the prevalence of trauma and how spiritual practice can help to bring us to greater healing after traumatic events.
Sometimes the guilt for things we’ve done holds us back and blocks our happiness. Other times the things that other people have told us have demeaned us and led to our feeling shame. That also blocks our happiness. In coming to understand guilt and shame, it’s important to understand that… Read More »Dynamics of Guilt and Shame
When people face difficult times in life, we often say, “It will get better.” Will it? What does it take to get better? Does time heal all wounds? When someone is caught in a cycle of bullying or abuse, how will it get better?
It’s amazing to watch the sunrise over the ocean. Or the sunset across the desert. Cherry blossoms, brilliant maples in autumn, a mama bear and her cubs … Earth is a wonder and delight. Care for our planet is an integral part of spirituality. There’s a deep connection between us… Read More »Spiritual Connection and the Earth: What You Can Do?
You believe something. Does that make it true? Others have told you something is true. But is it? When it comes to spirituality, how do we make sense of beliefs and dogma? Let’s be honest: we all have beliefs and, yes, dogma too. Are they real? Are they illusions? Or… Read More »Dogma or Belief: What’s True?
You’ve learned how to meditate. You have a practice of prayer. But what comes next? What is growing deeper mean in terms of spirituality? Join me in exploring growth and integration of the spiritual dimension of your life.
As the pandemic changes again, what choices are you making? Vaccines? Masks? Travel? Social activities? What comes next for you? As we make our choices, it’s important to also remember that the pandemic isn’t over. Join me in considering the choices we make, moving forward, and how spirituality keeps us… Read More »Choices We Make: The Pandemic, Vaccines, Grief, and Our Future
What gives you hope? Can you be hopeful when difficult, overwhelming life events occur? How can we nurture hope in our lives? What are the connections among hope, spirituality, and daily life? Join me to explore these questions.
