Spiritual Journey

The question of life's meaning is a spiritual one -- one that has been largely lost due to the devaluing of spiritual and religious institutions in the country.

Facing one's fear and moving past the resistance is integral in the act of creating something from nothing. But what are we afraid of? Why do we resist?

Some years ago, I chose to take a vow of poverty and focus my life on being of service. I gave up my material concerns as I had known them. I no longer owned anything.

Often in my classes the subject of practice comes up. How often should one practice meditation? How long should you "sit"? Why do I have so much trouble practicing on my own? What can I expect in terms of "results?"

That we'll be "greeted by loved ones" at death has become conventional wisdom, so for those who define family as people we wouldn't choose to hang with, heaven will require a significant attitude adjustment.

This week, I was divinely inspired by something small. And cute. And furry. No, not Winnie-The-Pooh! Been there, done that. I'm talking about Conan th...

So, the Vatican updated their seven deadly sins to include some present-day trespasses that fall a little more in line with the issues facing us in th...

Spiritual followers, take note. I've found something I like: Taoism! And what's more? Not only do I like it, I practice it! Apparently, I was alread...

Why does spirituality make people, specifically, young people, uncomfortable? Wait, let me qualify that: "young people", meaning 20-somethings. Young ...

I'm not a particularly spiritual person. OK, fine. I'm not actually spiritual at all. That said, I do try to be a good person, you know, in general. (...