How can we begin to understand the nature of simplicity, here in the Western world? Is our restlessness symptomatic of a deeper yearning to know our sense of place more profoundly?

My friend, Lori, sent me this poem which I tacked up on the wall. I especially appreciate the line about grumbling, because it encourages me to keep my life simple.

  My body and I have had a turbulent relationship. Some of my earliest memories are of racing through the fragrant pine forest behind my house, crawling through the underbrush to scout the best site for the girls’ tree fort. We played tomboy games of escape in the summer twilight.

As I was walking the path leading to the Giant Steps on Bailey’s Island in Harpswell, MA, the voice of the surf splashing rhythmically upon the rocky seashore sang out to me.

"Drawing on my fine command of language, I said nothing." — Robert Benchley

The body wants to be well. Knowing this fact, and reminding ourselves always that it is possible, encourages us to make changes within ourselves towards total wellness.

He has the heart of a lion and the soul of an angel. He laughs, he smiles, he winks. He dreams of walks on the beach, snacks and his beloved tennis ball.

Max was my first dog. He loved everyone and had many friends, canine and human.

A collection of Animal Stories by various authors.

“Where Swami answers your questions, and you will question his answers.”

Meet the patriarch, kill the patriarch! Meet the Buddha, kill the Buddha! — Rinzai Master Lin Chi

This past June, I participated in one of the most momentous occasions of my life, almost but not quite rivaling the birth of my son.

At different points in human history, the heavenThe Heavenly Pentagram in the Sky — Teachings from Universal Kabbalah By Joseph Michael Levrys have undertaken the task of repositioning themselves in order to awaken human beings from their evolutionary stupor and bring them closer to God.

In the Taoist tradition, it is said each of us has a ming, or “contract with heaven.” The purpose of the guru, or master, is to assist us in fulfilling this contract.

It has been said, “When the pupil is ready, the Teacher will appear.” I’m not sure how long the preparation was for me — perhaps my whole life.

Neal Smookler has been an Alphabioticist for close to 15 years, receiving his professional training through Alphabiotics International in Dallas, TX in the early 90’s.

When a new baby is born, the question on the tip of most people's tongues is, "Is it a boy or a girl?" Like death and taxes, there are a handful of things in life we tend to take for granted, and gender is often one of those things.

In the face of many recent natural catastrophes, tsunamis, earthquakes and hurricanes, we are reminded of the fragile nature of life and how much we are at the mercy of natural forces.

My mother and I have been engaged in an awkward dance of reconnecting. We use email because it feels safe.

The human energy system is very dynamic, changing its patterns instantly in response to our thoughts, feelings or reactions in any situation. We all have days or moments when we feel vibrant, alive, inspired, enthusiastic and creative.

I'm willing to bet that you take care of regular maintenance for your car.

Ever wish the rollercoaster of life would slow down just a little?