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How to find the magic of ‘we’ in a relationship or community
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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How to see creativity and spirituality as a matched set
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
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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How You Can Live A Fulfilled Life at Any Age
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
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
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
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?
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
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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How to Find Spiritual Truth in a Red Pepper
How photography and contemplation of everyday objects like vegetables can lead to deeper understanding and wisdom.