In this edition of Soul Notes, we explore the concept of meaning and what that constitutes in terms of a meaningful life. In this article, I’ll make references to one of Viktor Frankl’s books, originally
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There are messages in the water
What about the water? Varying to some degree only by age and gender, our human bodies are approximately 70 percent water. Water is the primary building block of human cells. And, water covers nearly 71
Read moreSpecial moments in time
Now is all we have, and it’s a lot! One oh so enchanting evening In this edition of Soul Notes we explore what it means to capture those special moments in time. Sitting in front
Read moreForgive a little, forgo a lot
Forgiveness: For the past, or for the now? Close on the heels of Thanksgiving in the United States, I’ve been reflecting on the idea of what it may mean to give thanks for forgiveness –
Read moreEvery time a bell rings
At this time of year when the veil between the physical world and the spiritual world is at its thinnest and most transparent, I’m struck by the emergence of seemingly non-coincidental coincidences. In this edition
Read moreEmbracing Excellence
Close on the heels of the Olympic Games, I recently found myself contemplating excellence and what that means in today’s world. I discovered, as it turns out, that along with respect and friendship, excellence is
Read moreBe the lighthouse
Be the Lighthouse In this edition of Soul Notes, we examine what it means to be a lighthouse; and as always, we do so by invoking and evoking ancient wisdom and principles where they may
Read moreTrust what you hear when you listen
“Trust what you hear when you listen.” — This is a line repeated in the Japji (Song of the Soul), as translated from the original Sanskrit. What does it mean to truly listen? And, to
Read moreWhat does it mean to make the world a better place?
What does it mean to be of service? To whom? For whom? And, to what desired end? In this new moon’s edition of Soul Notes, we explore this topic. Authentic service: spiritual growth Many spiritual
Read moreReady to VOICE it?
“What’s the matter, the cat got your tongue?” “Don’t you have something to say?” These questions may sound familiar. Do you recall a time when you were asked to speak up, and you didn’t? Or,
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