I love looking at moving water. The essence of water is unchanged, whether it’s in the ocean, a separate pool or in a glass. Few metaphors capture the truth of Unity as well as this one. God is far greater than the ocean, but for simplicity’s sake, we …
Read MoreBetter Communication: Self Awareness and Meditation
This week’s blog is an excerpt from chapter six of my book. During week six of my introduction to mindfulness, I pondered how I communicate. More accurately, I pondered how I fail to communicate. Rethinking how we talk to others, how we listen or don’t to …
Read MoreEaster: A Time for Joyful Rebirth
For Christians everywhere Easter is the commemoration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Christians interpret this literally, and this ability of Jesus to rise from the dead sets him apart from the rest of humanity. It’s a glorious story of hope and the fulfillment of the promise …
Read MoreHow the Minimalism Movement Taught Me to Appreciate Materiality More
I enjoy watching shows on minimalism and tiny houses. Not because I think the world would be a better place if we all went to that extreme. But the perspective it gives as a counterbalance to excessive consumerism is really valuable. It took me most of my life …
Read MoreThe Fascinating Life of J. Krishnamurti
Welcome to The Mystical One! If this is your first visit, start here for more information and download the ebook that inspired this blog here. I had heard of J. Krishnamurti over the years – read many lovely quotations by him and heard snippets of his …
Read MoreThe Way to Self Acceptance Part Deux
If you missed The Way to Self Acceptance Part One, you can read it here. When a stressful situation arises in my life, I don’t immediately remember to take refuge in the buddha, the dharma the sangha, or Jesus. My …
Read MoreUnity in Diversity: Recognizing the One in the Many
If you’re new to The Mystical One, welcome! The mission of this blog is to inspire and connect with others on the spiritual journey. And if it makes someone laugh from time to time, even better! For more information start here. A common struggle …
Read MoreMany Paths to One Destination
Welcome! If you’re new to The Mystical One, start here and then here!When I was six years old, I met my stepmother who introduced me to Catholicism. I was mesmerized by the chanting and bell ringing and thrilled to meet people who believed in …
Read MoreWelcome to the Mystical One
While I have always had faith, I’ve never had peace. My whole life I felt a strong connection to a higher power greater than myself and simultaneously disconnected from other people. I admired people who demonstrate perfect love toward others – people like Mother …
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