Becoming A Stradivarius Being loved is wonderful; it fills our heart and puts a smile on our face. Demonstrating love towards loved ones and friends is easy, but what of the “unlovely” whose actions we find objectionable? Those who have committed crimes beyond the pale, have acted in ways reprehensible or hold beliefs and opinionsContinue reading “Becoming A Stradivarius”
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Faiths’ Foot Soldiers
Faiths’ Foot Soldiers Do you pray and meditate daily? If not, what could possibly be of more importance? Living on the Spiritual Basis requires consistent effort, so pick up pen and paper right now and list the reasons why you are resistant to meditation and prayer, I’ll wait……. Looking at them in black and white;Continue reading “Faiths’ Foot Soldiers”
Fleeing Babel
Fleeing Babel There are a few stories in the Old Testament pretty much everyone has some knowledge of, the Tower of Babel being one of them. Considering this story, what would the world look like if we all spoke the same language, had complete access to unfiltered, accurate information? Everyone on the “same” page, nothingContinue reading “Fleeing Babel”
Second Birth
Second Birth New beginnings. We have had and will have many in our lives and though all are remarkable, the greatest of these however is the day we chose to live on the basis of trusting and relying on a Power Greater Than Ourselves. This conscious decision to Live on the Spiritual Basis begins closingContinue reading “Second Birth”
Miracles Of Recovery
The Five Central Aspects of Miracles Of Recovery: To provide a safe nonjudgmental integrated comprehensive environment of recovery, breaking the current cycle of relapse and death from overdose; providing resources for all who suffer and their loved ones, utilizing all the recovery tools, technology, and assets available today, embracing all avenues of recovery with realContinue reading “Miracles Of Recovery”
God’s Calendar
God’s Calendar “What the caterpillar calls the end of the world, the master calls a butterfly.” Richard Bach As another year comes to an end, many will take this as an opportunity to reflect on the previous year. But what really changes between December 31 and January 1? On the secular side, some new lawsContinue reading “God’s Calendar”
Old Habits
Old Habitsh “You leave old habits behind by starting out with the thought, ‘I release the need for this in my life’.” Wayne Dyer Like many, my weight has varied greatly during my life. Currently it is at a low point, for which I am grateful. Now, putting on weight isn’t a mystery, and neitherContinue reading “Old Habits”
The Wisdom of Tears
The Wisdom of Tears “If we never experience the chill of a dark winter, it is very unlikely that we will ever cherish the warmth of a bright summer’s day. Nothing stimulates our appetite for the simple joys of life more than the starvation caused by sadness or desperation. In order to complete our amazingContinue reading “The Wisdom of Tears”
Pomona
One of my early spiritual teachers was often painfully direct, no sugar coatings.Once when I was complaining about some recent misfortune and stated, “It’s not fair” to which he quickly replied, “You want fair, go to Pomona(where the LA county fair is held) once a year.” Now, being the sensitive type,this hurt my delicate feelings.Continue reading “Pomona”
The Conquering Horse
The Conquering Horse The fourth horse is the White Horse, the Conquering Horse. Our words have power. Too heal, to harm, to start a conflict or stop one, to spread love or condemn. Our words and actions mark us and lay the foundation for our future, a future of either freedom or bondage. Living onContinue reading “The Conquering Horse”