First do no harm

Is there a certain way that we should live our everyday lives? Where do we get these morals from? People can’t even agree on thou shall not kill. Violence spreads like an infection. So does goodwill. How do we spread it? Interestingly, or sadly maybe, people have been addressing these …

Selfishness

Life is a funny thing. Selfishness comes easily; maybe even naturally, and probably has been necessary for survival for life in general forever. Where do we draw the line between what is acceptable selfishness and what  is excessive? It seems obvious that opinions will vary on this just like any …

Resentment

Resentment comes from being attached to the idea that someone can be right or wrong about something or some idea. Unattaching or to “let go” is the way to freedom of the mind. Unattaching is unconditional and is not unlike unconditional love. The way we have learned to attach (or …

Gifts of God

I believe that all people are bestowed by God with gifts of talent which vary as widely as people themselves. I also believe that if a person uses those gifts to the glory of God by letting God’s light shine through them and into other people they can help make …

Brick Wall

I have put up a brick wall between myself and others since I was a child. I don’t remember when, but I suspect the reason was to protect myself (fear). I had one brick removed so I could peer through to see and hear but I must have missed a …