Saki and The Persimmon Tree
This week we explored an Akido Story from Terry Dobson and how it relates to our own moment to moment life and practice. (4/14/20)
Monthly Archives: April 2020
The Gift of Curiosity
Today we are looking at the quality of curiosity as inspired by the Unwinding Anxiety app. This is a beautiful app for very practical mindfulness based skills for working with anxiety that can make a big difference. (4/1/20)
The Water of Life
In this sharing, we explore the insights of the old Brothers’ Grimm story, The Water of Life, and how these insights relate directly to our lives. (2/11/20)
A Voice Through The Door
Sometimes you hear a voice through the door calling you, as fish out of water hear the waves, or a hunting falcon hears the drums. “Come back, come back.” This turning toward what you deeply love saves you. -Rumi In this podcast we explore re-invigorating our practice as a means of turning towards what we … Continue reading A Voice Through The Door
Sympathetic Joy—Accessing the Strength of the Heart in Challenging Times
Boundless joy, not to be mistaken for frenzied exultation, is delight in others’ happiness. It banishes jealousy and stabilizes our capacity for engagement. –Anne Klein Today’s sharing is about tapping into the joyous capacity of the heart in order to strengthen and ground ourselves in the midst of challenges. (1/20/20)
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Reflections on Claiming our Choice
This week I share reflections on the 1st Women’s Summit at the Mecklenburg County Detention Center, and the power of reclaiming our choice of how to orient in any moment. (12/21/20)
Non-Violent Communications: Listening with Empathy
This is the last session related to our exploration of Non-violent Communication, a powerful means, from Marshall Rosenberg, for learning to listen and speak with clarity, wisdom and compassion in alignment with our values. (12/01/19)
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No Left Arm
“Allow your weakness to become your strength and you will be fine in your life.” This week I share a story and the Welcoming Prayer. (12/3/20)
Gratitude
A beautiful visit to my home church this week inspired deep contemplation on gratitude. (11/26/19)
Non-Violent Communications: Making Requests
This is a continuation of our exploration of Non-violent Communication, a powerful means, from Marshall Rosenberg, for learning to listen and speak with clarity, wisdom and compassion in alignment with our values. (11/19/20)
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