“It is attachment to desire, not desire itself, that is the underlying cause of practically all of our pain and suffering.” – Rod Stryker “Hope deferred makes the heart sick, … Continue reading The Subtle Nature of Gratitude and Desire
Finding Strength
“Strength is not something you have, it’s something you find.” – Emma Smith “You have power over your mind – not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength.” … Continue reading Finding Strength
The Priceless Blessings
“A contented mind is the greatest blessing a man can enjoy in this world.” – Joseph Addison “The unthankful heart discovers no mercies; but the thankful heart will find, in … Continue reading The Priceless Blessings
Waiting on the Appointed Time
“Execution is something, but timing is everything.” – Todd Stocker “The affairs of God are accomplished little by little and almost imperceptibly. The Spirit of God is neither violent or … Continue reading Waiting on the Appointed Time
Listen
“Listening is an art that requires attention over talent, spirit over ego, others over self.” – Dean Jackson “Truly listening, attentively, and with care, is one of the simplest and … Continue reading Listen
A Ponderous Mind – A Heavy Heart
“Nothing can harm you as much as your own thoughts unguarded.” – Buddha “A heart’s a heavy burden.” – Diana Wynne Jones “Your mind is responsible for your freedom and … Continue reading A Ponderous Mind – A Heavy Heart
Our Journey to Self-Realization
“The truth which can be actualized after self-realization is that you are not this body, this mind, this conditioning from the past, this ego, these emotions, but that you are … Continue reading Our Journey to Self-Realization
Keep Going
“One has to understand that braveness is not the absence of fear, but rather the strength to keep going forward despite the fear.” – Paulo Coelho “If you’re going through … Continue reading Keep Going
The Argument Against God
“Is God willing to prevent evil, but not able? Then he is not omnipotent. Is he able, but not willing? Then he is malevolent. Is he both able and willing? … Continue reading The Argument Against God
The Master of Kintsugi
“Brokenness is the operative issue of our time – broken souls, broken hearts, broken places.” – Samantha Power “My brokenness is a better bridge for people than my pretend wholeness … Continue reading The Master of Kintsugi
Walking Your Predestined Pathway 