Mind & Spirit

My African High

The experience created a tectonic shift in how I viewed humanity; the privilege of my life and work was wholly reframed. I refer to this trip as “My African High” because it made me realize the incredible luck I had at being born to middle-class parents in the United States.

Our Dogs, Ourselves

Canine holistic herbalism centers on the mind-body-spirit connection, and that includes the vibrations we share with our dogs. Research has shown that dogs respond to human emotions, and even take them on physically.

Stranger in a Strange Land: What Makes a Man?

There is a story of the new masculine from a book that was very popular in the 60s. "Stranger in a Strange Land" by Robert Heinlein is about a man from Mars. Once we remember we are spiritual beings having a human experience, what makes a man isn't very different from what makes a woman.

Invitation To Matter

It is dark and I am still, my small child arms wrapped tightly around my legs that are pulled up to my chest. The clothes are falling all around me as I sit on the floor of my bedroom closet with the door closed, peering, staring intently out of the wooden slats of the closet door.

Ides Of March Update

Beware the Ides of March? Not necessarily. Following Friday the 14th’s total eclipse of the Moon, Mercury turns retrograde during the wee hours of Saturday morning. Coming so close together it may be difficult to know precisely which event is making an impact.

Negative Ions From Sea Spray Can Boost Your Mood

Have you ever wondered why you feel so good, invigorated, and even fearless, after a nice long walk on the beach or a day out in the fresh sea air? Or maybe it was an exhilarating springtime thunderstorm, a visit to a waterfall, or a hike high in the mountains. Why is that?

A Greenbreath Transformational Plant Ally Journey

What if we were to bring our breathing into conscious awareness, realizing that without it we would be dead within a few minutes? If this consciousness led us to the source of our breath — the plant kingdom — surely our relationship to the plants and trees would change.

Eight Secrets For Making Habits That Stick

How often have you vowed to make a change in some area of your life only to find that after a few attempts to establish a new habit you’ve gone back to the old ways? Changes at the margin can become habits, but there are secrets to making them stick.

Saints And Ordinary People: Inspiration For This Tumultuous Time

Countless humans have risked everything and risen up to oppose kings, tyrants and dictators. Here I share lesser known warriors who've boosted my spirits, who inspire me to remember that saints and heroes are simply ordinary folks who clung to their vision of equality, justice and peace, no matter what the cost.

Fairy Lore From Magical France

French fairy lore is a captivating tapestry woven with magic, nature, ancient mysteries and stories of beautiful beings known as fées, the origin of the English word ‘fairy’. The characteristics and names given to these entities vary across France, with some being benign, others mischievous and some downright malign.

Late Winter Hints At Spring

Be careful not to stretch yourself too thin. Planning, discipline and persistence are needed if you want your projects to succeed. These qualities are readily available on Friday the 28th, potentially a very productive day to cap off the month.

Remote Viewing For Beginners

I first started to remote view for convenience. Over the years, I have learned to trust my skills and get clearer information. Remote viewing activates all of your senses, while simultaneously fine tuning your relationship to your heightened sixth sense.

The Healing Power Of Medicine Music

Across cultures throughout history, sacred music has played a role in ritual, ceremony, and spiritual practice. Transcending entertainment and performance, these musical traditions are bridges to the unseen, guiding both individuals and communities into states of stillness, connection, and healing.

Wearing Gemstones For Personal Protection

One of the most popular ways to employ gemstones for any use, protective or otherwise, is to wear them as jewelry. It is likely that the very first stones to adorn our ancestors were chosen because they were believed to be something sacred, somehow imbued with a special quality that offered protection and power.

Why We Evolved To Dream At Night

No one knows why we dream. It stands to reason that dreams have some purpose because nearly everyone dreams, and we dream 3 to 6 times every night, though most people rarely remember them. Within five minutes after a dream, most people have forgotten 50 percent of their dreams.

The Light Bank

Consciously or unconsciously, we all participate in the subtle dimension of the world. When we are aware of this as a reality, we discover we have the ability, through thought, feeling, imagination, and embodiment, to create a field of energy around ourselves that can hold a spiritual quality such as love, peace, courage, and compassion.

Daily Astrology

November 9, 2025

Mercury turns retrograde this afternoon. The Winged Messenger is close to Mars in outspoken Sagittarius. The pairing is energetic, great for cheerleaders, but sincere words can easily come across as overbearing and bossy...

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