Tag: #spiritualgrowth
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Community
Community is everything. It is a meaningful, vital space where we stay together to share support and nurture one another. We talk a lot about creating inclusive spaces, but if you do not grow up around diversity, you might not realize that diversity inherently means difference. Too many people mistake their preference for “sameness” as standard…
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Erasure
Erasure is about healing and reclaiming self-worth. It emphasizes that although people may leave, reject, or misunderstand us, our value is not determined by others choices or opinions. Through self-awareness, mindfulness, and spiritual growth, we stop tying happiness to external situations and learn to show up for ourselves with compassion, strength, and acceptance.
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No Strings Attached
Today, I was reminded that kindness isn’t always received the way we expect it to be. I found myself in the middle of an unexpected moment, one where something as simple as encouraging kindness sparked frustration instead of understanding. Not because kindness lacks value, but because sometimes people are carrying more than we can see…
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Transmute
Tonight I walked to the meadow and was surprised to see that there were seven deer there. They looked at me, unafraid and curious. The dog was on his lead and pulled to see them. We interrupted their meeting. The dog and I stood still to watch them at the edge of the meadow. They…
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Superstitious
Are you superstitious? Growing up in a household where my mom held certain superstitious beliefs, yes. Why tempt fate? I am somewhat superstitious!
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Rainbows around the moon
There is a calm and peaceful feeling in winter. Tonight there was a rainbow (moonbow) around the moon. How rare and beautiful. When I scanned the sky, the stars shone bright. Constellations to the right. The North Star glowing . It seemed larger than usual. A white ball in the sky. I know this has…
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The Nicest
In NYC we have titles for public employees. The Bravest for Firefighters, The Boldest for Corrections, The Finest for Cops, The Strongest for Sanitation and the Brightest for Teachers. But what about the nicest? There are people who move about the world helping others. There are people who have nothing but good intention. They are…
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Seasons
Fall is my favorite season. No, wait a minute, summer is. No wait, I love winter, oh and spring!! I feel fortunate to live in a place where there are four seasons. I really do love each of them. Each brings me joy and happiness. There are also some difficulties, too hot, too cold, too…
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We are Jesus
Spiritual health is important. It’s important for our emotional wellbeing and physical well-being. Developing ourselves spiritually saves us from unnecessary suffering. It helps us to find happiness and also to set good boundaries. It teaches us to protect our peace and associate with like minded people. We spend a lot of time working, going to…
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