Practicing Nonduality

by | Jul 11, 2011 | Maturing as humans

Why do we tend to think things are “either—or”? Is such duality truly an illusion? We are so used to thinking in simple comparisons that we assume duality is just the nature of things. But if we look a little closer, life is more complex. Take any polar opposites and...

When Is Criticism Helpful?

by | Jun 6, 2011 | Maturing as humans

Feeling critical or judgmental of ourselves or others is a very damaging emotion. It creates a sense of separateness and a fear of experimentation. When we are critical of ourselves, we become tense and edgy. When we are critical of others, we start to feel superior....

Living Different Types of Lives

by | May 1, 2011 | Maturing as humans

How do you view your life? Do you believe in continuity of consciousness and that we choose  certain karmic lessons or debts to be repaid in each life? Or do you believe that this is your only life?  If we have more than one life, isn’t it possible that each is...