The Tree in the Middle of Me

I’m looking at a tree.I call it a tree, but that’s already a shortcut. What’s actually there is earth, water, … More

The Ridgeline Balance

Imagine standing on a narrow ridgeline, the crest of a small mountain. It’s just wide enough for one steady step … More

I’m on the merry-go-round with my grandchild, moving in a smooth, predictable circle. Relative to him, nothing is changing. We … More

Imagine being underwater in complete darkness.Not murky water—no light at all.No sense of up or down.Just pressure, motion, and effort. … More

I keep thinking about a spacecraft using a planet as a slingshot. If the angle is right, gravity pulls it … More

In meditation today, a few words from Adyashanti stuck with me: riding the wave of what is already happening, accepting … More

Last night I was watching a basketball game. I didn’t really care which team was winning. I wasn’t rooting for … More

When I was a kid, I worked in a small candy store. At first, I tried everything—every candy, every flavor, … More

It’s not that awareness isn’t here.It’s more like the radio is on, but no one has tuned the dial. Life … More

Years ago, I worked in a greeting card store. It sold everything: cards, candy, ice cream, cigarettes, toys, books—probably more … More