Allowing yourself to be ordinary
Is it bad to be ordinary? Is it really necessary for us to be special in order to feel whole and content? Perhaps being ordinary can help us get in touch with our inherent value as human beings.
Finding a sense of belonging in an unjust world
Many people in society are struggling to find a sense of belonging in an unjust world. According to Lindo Bacon, there are three ways in which the current system makes people not belong. Recognizing these three barriers can empower us to transform ourselves and the world through embodiment and meaningful work.
Five ways to embrace not knowing what you want
Not everyone knows what they want to be when they grow up. Also, what do you do when you realize what you worked so hard to attain isn’t what you want anymore? In this situation, many negative feelings may come up. Instead of seeing non-knowing as something that’s bad, we can work with our experience in a way that’s more life-affirming.
Is there an authentic self?
In many spiritual teachings from the East, it is understood that the self doesn’t really exist. What does the teaching of no-self really mean though? Is there such a thing as an authentic self or is it merely an illusion? If we can embrace the paradox of emptiness and presence, we may find that two things can be true at the same time.
Reconnecting with spirituality
What is sacred in the times we live in? The Teaching Rocks of the Indigenous people reveal that the land is filled with places where the spirit is present. A presence that exists beyond our everyday world. In our materialistic culture, how can we reconnect with that which is ever present and pervades all of existence?
Building a solution-focused life
Our behaviors and thoughts are shaped by the principles we hold dear. Solution-focused principles can make a positive impact on our lives if we can apply them. Small changes can lead to bigger changes in the future, so it’s important to let ourselves explore the world through curiosity.