. . . without leaving it behind. We hear a lot from spiritual mentors about quieting the “monkey mind” to connect with our true inner selves, rather than relying so much on our brains to keep us calm and centered. There is value in practices to “empty” the mind, no doubt, but I don’t think […]
Chess as Meditation Practice
Who would have thought it? Chess as a form of meditation? Well, according to my search engine results, quite a few people have thought about it already. One can look at meditation as preparation for playing chess. One can look at the game as an opportunity to detach and clear the mind; chess as meditation […]
Draw Down the Moon
To dance on the earth in the sunshine, you must fly to the moon first, and draw her to your side in darkness and silence. Then you will hear the song, and the dance of wholeness will begin. Take this full moon, new year opportunity to draw down the moon, and listen. 🙂