Bring Flowers

Bring flowers,

Light a candle,

Say a prayer,

To all the faces of God,

You most love,

Knowing,

All the faces of God,

You most love,

And even those you don't,

Are,

You.

Father Bede Griffiths

A beautiful talk on how exploring other religions can enhance the faith you practice.

Transforming Self-Denial and Self-Sabotage

In my early twenties and straight out of college, I agreed to take a temporary position teaching high-energy eight year olds who so the story goes, had worn down their former teacher so effectively, she had suffered a nervous breakdown.

Happily for me, regular hatha yoga and meditation practices helped maintain good humor and composure, which led to the students and I forming a strong and healthy relationship. I was also grateful for the kind support offered by another temp, who took me under her wing, guiding me to navigate the political landscape of the school.

Nonetheless I quickly discovered, while my new friend Vanda was compassionate and caring toward everyone around her, she did not extend the same qualities toward herself. Within minutes of meeting, I learned she was in the throes of a separation. For the last two of their seven-year marriage, her husband had been having an affair.  “I only found out when the girl turned eighteen, “said Vanda. “Then my husband declared he wanted a divorce.”

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