Sometimes I like to step all the way back. I like to bring this blog back to the beginning–to where most people are. They’re still locked in their ideas of themselves. They’re in solid glass statues or tiny capsules unable to move but completely convinced of their flexibility and freedom. Stuck in place, life continues […]
Breaking the Glass Read More »
This latest poem from my student, Jackie, takes us into the pain we carry. It is a sacred view into the wounding so many of us carry from very early on in life, and it is an opportunity to see how that very pain and grief can free us into our own true love.But I’ll
Spiritual Poem: The Wound of the Beloved Read More »
There’s an old saying about, “When the going gets tough, the tough get going.” It’s not an all bad saying. While I don’t prescribe to the no pain, no gain philosophy of success through suffering, there is a lot to be said for perseverance, tenacity, and general dedication and self-discipline. These are core elements prescribed
Sabotaging the Healing Process and Running When It Gets Tough Read More »
I’ve read this poem by my student, Jackie, a couple of times, and I encourage you to do so as well, preferably out loud. There’s something about certain poems that begs to be spoken and not quietly read, but you are welcome to do that all the same. But if you do read this out
Spirituality Poem: Unending Read More »
I’ve been very blessed to be attracting students who have been sharing their poetry with me and all of us on this blog, so I’m creating this page to update with the latest poems. Being AliveBy Jackie The Gift of LoveBy Jackie Your MelodyBy Jackie Love’s WingsBy Jackie Meeting SunBy Jackie UnspokenBy Jackie The Indescribable