The minds eye is an interesting thing. At least, I assume it is. Myself, I’m fascinated by the concept. Our modern language - and even words like imagination - often assume the ability to visualize as a given. I can’t count the number of meditation speakers who talk about imagining or … [Read more...] about Aphantasia 101
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My Experiences and Solutions for Overwhelming Emotions
I come back to emotions time and time again in my writing. In part, because they're so very human. They don't define us, per se. That's something to be grateful for, as all we feel ebbs and flows so much. However, they're a huge part of who we are. How we experience life. They can be … [Read more...] about My Experiences and Solutions for Overwhelming Emotions
The World of the Individual
These days, there’s such a focus on the individual. On what I need. On me. It’s seductive. In part, because there is a truth to it. We do need to look inward to grow. We need to consider ourselves, to examine our feelings, our motivations, to come to grips with who we are and … [Read more...] about The World of the Individual
Feed the Wolf
There is so much beauty in this world,Kindness, gentleness, and grace. It’s easily overlooked. Easily ignored.Buried so quickly by bad news, fear, and despair. Dark and light.There will always be both. Why focus on the dark?Why feed that wolf and give him attention? Feed the light … [Read more...] about Feed the Wolf
It’s Time To Be Weird
I have this strong problem solving aspect to me. It’s like an assumption that every problem has a solution. All I need to do is uncover it, work out what it is. What seems to help is the idea that, for most things at least, there isn’t an inherent right or wrong. Socially, we’re taught that … [Read more...] about It’s Time To Be Weird