Buddhists claim that the illusion of separateness is the root of all suffering. For them, compassion is the ultimate remedy to end this suffering. Upon reflection, one may conclude that compassion, therefore, dissolves the illusion of a separate self. True compassion unmasks this delusion and...
When the mind, ego, or the seeker within you is confronted with the idea of “allowing things to be,” it immediately interprets this as indifference. What do you mean by allowing things to be? Surely, we must know and understand where something comes from, to...
Visualising roots extending from the soles of your feet, growing through all the layers of the earth until they reach its core; attaching a cord from your tailbone to the ground; or drinking beetroot juice—search briefly, and you’ll find dozens of techniques for grounding. In...
A sphere of golden light, a hedge of roses, or angelic sentinels surrounding your aura—methods for energetic protection are as varied as they are numerous. Many people feel the need to shield themselves from the world to avoid being overwhelmed by the vast array of...
‘Let it go’ seems to be the solution to many problems these days. However, a closer examination of the concept of letting go reveals that it does not necessarily lead to freedom. The starting point for letting go is almost always fear or judgment. There...