The Cure by Albert Huffstickler

The Cure by Albert Huffstickler

Nov 16, 2023 | Poetry, Self-Compassion

We think we get over things. We don’t get over things. Or say, we get over the measles but not a broken heart. We need to make that distinction. The things that become part of our experience never become less a part of our experience. How can I say it? The way to “get...
That I Stand Here Now – Jane O’Shea 

That I Stand Here Now – Jane O’Shea 

Sep 15, 2023 | Poetry, Self-Compassion

(Follow yourself home, word remedies to heal and inspire) From the time this planet began hurtling through space and the sun caught her in its orbit From the first moment when life began from nothing the smallest idea, the smallest spark the very first fragment of...
Right Here

Right Here

Jun 7, 2023 | Mindfulness, Poetry

Right Here by Dane Anthony Stop moving. Stand in one place – this place. Breathe slowly; in, then out. Repeat. Repeat again. Let your shoulders sink and relax. Unclench your jaw; slowly close your eyes. Listen for your heartbeat; really listen. Feel it pulse in your...
I Said to the Wanting-Creature Inside Me by Kabir

I Said to the Wanting-Creature Inside Me by Kabir

Apr 3, 2023 | Uncategorized

I said to the wanting-creature inside me: What is this river you want to cross? There are no travellers on the river-road, and no road. Do you see anyone moving about on that bank, or resting? There is no river at all, and no boat, and no boatman. There is no tow rope...
Allow by Danna Faulds

Allow by Danna Faulds

Aug 31, 2021 | Mindfulness

There is no controlling life. Try corralling a lightning bolt, containing a tornado. Dam a stream and it will create a new channel. Resist, and the tide will sweep you off your feet. Allow, and grace will carry you to higher ground. The only safety lies in letting it...