I am reflecting today on the message of Good Friday and how it offers us the opportunity to examine the experience of human suffering as a spiritual wake-up call – to be more compassionate, empathetic and present for others. I have been thinking of all the ways that like Jesus, we are left to suffer – and how often … Continue reading
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Give a kind word (Advent Day 19)
So much of the negativity and tension we experience throughout the year – and during the holidays – has to do with what we say and hear from others. In the age of digital media, it has become so commonplace for people to post, tweet or video whatever they want, without considering the social, emotional … Continue reading
Give in to wonderment (Advent Day 16)
One of the best things about Advent and the holiday season is the opportunity to delight in the spectacle of warm lights and bright color all around us, especially as the days get shorter and colder. Everything right now is glittery, glitzy and over-the-top. Magical moments are everywhere you look. I love that more of … Continue reading
ForGIVEness for yourself and others (Advent Day 10)
A lot has been said about the power of forgiveness to heal and transform lives. Forgiveness is one of the most crucial spiritual teachings we have been given to learn, yet it can be one of the most difficult to put into practice. “Forgive and forget” is a popular mantra, but in truth, it can … Continue reading