When we experience physical attacks on the heart we are of course being reminded that our physical well-being may not be all that it could be. We may have bad habits, lax practices or be taking our body for granted in some way, all of which we can remedy if we choose. On a metaphysical...
In a world of seemingly perpetual turmoil and constantly shifting sands we may ask ourselves to what can we hold fast? Instead of seeking outer stability our answer lies within. As we quiet down and move into the stillness of reflection we can choose to open ourselves to discovering our deep soul connection with all...
Many years ago, our now King Charles when talking about the need for a new relationship with our planet, called on us to move to ‘right thinking’ arguing that right action cannot happen without it. What might that mean – ‘right thinking’ and how skilled are we at it? Firstly we might contemplate the whole...
We can gaze at the heavens and be reminded of how tiny we are as individuals and, as a planet, in the vastness of the universe. We may consider the scale of humanity and conclude we, as one person, have little impact. Yet we have more power than we know. Every thought, word, action touches...
As each day brings us more difficult news about the state of our world it would be easy to withdraw, to hide, even to wither under the onslaught, especially if this is layered on top of more personal challenges in our daily lives. Yet now, as never before, hiding isn’t an option. We need to...
Experiencing those moments of pure flow are truly magical. They may last seconds or months, maybe even years. Pure flow doesn’t mean there are no challenges or obstacles in our way though…it means that in that moment, we are deeply resourced in being able to face those challenges and address them without being held hostage...
Life seems like it’s full of curved balls at the moment…political upheaval, conflict in a part of the world where the peace has sustained for decades, a civilised nation refusing to curb gun ownership though mass shootings seem increasingly commonplace, and for individual citizens the challenges of prices spiralling upwards or being able to travel...
When we reflect on the luminous energy that emanates from some people we know we have been in contact with someone or something very powerful. It’s a sense of a timeless, enriching and generous power that includes and envelopes us. It’s a presence that is both of the person and beyond the person. It’s a...
If we want a better world we must each play our part in its creation, living as citizens of that better world rather than citizens of our own little world. Examining all aspects of our life and their contribution to our wellbeing – mentally, physically, emotionally and spiritually – is a start. Maybe our practice...
‘The significance of the word Heart is the significance of life itself as it beats eternally at the very heart of the universe.’ (Tibetan Master) When we consider the role of the heart in our daily lives, most of us will head for two factors – the physical heart that keeps us alive through its...