Have patience. Wait until the mud settles and the water is clear. Remain unmoving until right action arises by itself. ~ Lao Tzu

What Inspires You? Part 1

I am inspired by those that are making a positive contribution to our world…..

What Inspires You? Part 3

"The capacity of the human spirit to overcome against all odds..."

Journey to the Edge of My Mind

"May your Buddha Nature illuminate all your moments, especially the foggy ones, this new year and beyond!"

God in Drag

“…we are conscious intelligence manifest in a thousand different configurations…”

Let me think about it

"Let me think about it" - How practicing with small things strengthens your awareness

The Joy in Taking the Family to Dinner

“They tried to ask in a dozen ways what was wrong…”

Five Seconds of Zen

Five Seconds of Zen: Being One with Water

A Light in the Dark

“The darker it gets, the more brightly the light shines”

The Art of Listening

The true listener is much more beloved, magnetic than the talker, is more effective and does more good.

The Grass-is-Greener

“Nothing happens next. This is it.”

A Bit of Undaunted Silence

“so many shadows whirl, one into another, in silence…”

Fruits of the Spirit

"He inspires me in the areas of faithfulness and integrity, to myself and to others."

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Inspiration, Wisdom, Authenticity and Humour -
stories to lift the spirit and expand the mind


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