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    How to find the magic of ‘we’ in a relationship or community

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    three woman dancing as they experience the magic of we

    A reflection of the magical power that happens when people are together in relationship or community to share and to grow.

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    Ardis Mayo
  • Creativity,  Spiritual Growth

    How to see creativity and spirituality as a matched set

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    creativity and spirituality considerthrough the images of a clear round crystal ball before trees

    Is there a difference between creativity and spirituality and do they influence each other in our everyday lives?

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    Yearning and Lust as Examples of Dualistic Thinking

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    two cups illustrating black and white, or dualistic thinking

    The problem of dualistic thinking is illustrated by exploring the difference between yearning and lusting as if it were an either/or question.

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  • Aging,  Spiritual Growth

    How You Can Live A Fulfilled Life at Any Age

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    how to live a fulfilled life symbolized by an orange butterfly

        What does it mean to live a fulfilled life?    When asked what it means to live a fulfilled life, Dr. Joos Meyer, a medical doctor…

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    A Manifesto – TheReflectivePen – Part Two

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    manifesto of thereflectivepen part two goals

    Part two of a three-part Manifesto of TheReflectivePen is the first half of a list of goals that guide the writing on this blog.

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    Five Ways You Can Find the Sacred in the Ordinary

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    sacred in the ordinary teacup; feed a hungry soul

    This summary of five ways to find the sacred in the ordinary is offered as examples of an infinite resource for anyone thirsty for wisdom and insight.  Holding…

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    DEKKER RESPONDS TO HOLIDAY BLUES

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    Dekker the service dog reads a book

    Dekker, the service dog who has advice for humans and other creatures, gives guidance to some issues that arise over the holidays.

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    SPIRITUAL, RELIGIOUS OR NEITHER?

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    Taking a look at spirituality and religion, the places they overlap, and the practices that support them.

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    HOW TO KNOW IF YOU ARE A CONTEMPLATIVE

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    A contemplative dog rests his chin on the sheets as he ponders the purpose of living. Old pet

    You may wonder why your dance in the world seems to have a different rhythm...To be a contemplative is to treasure solitude and not be lonely.  To see…

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  • Spiritual Growth

    How to Find Spiritual Truth in a Red Pepper

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    Ordinary tomato, seeds,

    How photography and contemplation of everyday objects like vegetables can lead to deeper understanding and wisdom.

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