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  • ME/CFS Haiku:

    Witness storm within,No need to change or soothe it,Just watch as it flows.

  • Patanjali No. 2: The First Steps of Yoga: Stillness and Strength in Practice

    In this second post, we dive into the first two sutras of Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras: Atha Yoganushasanam and Yogash Chitta Vritti Nirodhah. Explore the meaning behind starting the practice of yoga and the essence of quieting the mind’s fluctuations. Discover how true stillness requires inner strength and how consistent practice cultivates this strength. Reflect on…

  • Imagining Movement: An Introduction to Gentle Exercise for Those Living With Post-Viral ME/CFS

    Imagining Movement: An Introduction to Gentle Exercise for Those Living With Post-Viral ME/CFS” explores how individuals with Post-Viral ME/CFS can begin their fitness journey with visualization and gentle progressions. This post emphasizes mindful, compassionate steps to reconnect with your body through imagination, even when physical movement may feel impossible. Learn how to cultivate a gentle…

  • Seeking a Sacred Home for My Spiritual Sanctuary

    For over 30 years, my RV has served as a sacred space for spiritual practice and meditation. Now, I’m seeking a spiritual community to repurpose it as a retreat cabin for seekers of peace, mindfulness, and refuge. Join me in exploring how this RV can continue offering sanctuary through collaboration. This post details the vision,…

  • Poem: Look to the Moon

    Explore the essence of spiritual teachings from Ramana Maharshi, Orgyen Chowang, and Buddhism in this heart-teaching poem. “Look to the Moon” is a meditative journey in iambic meter, guiding readers to transcend the intellectual pursuit of truth and rest in the stillness of their true nature. Discover how the Self, Pristine Mind, Buddha Nature, and…

  • Ramayana No. 7: The Hero’s Journey in the Ramayana and Milarepa’s Life: A Universal Path to Dharma

    In Ramayana No. 7, we explore the hero’s journey as it unfolds in both the Ramayana and the life of Milarepa, drawing on the insights of Joseph Campbell. This post delves into the universal path of transformation that heroes like Rama and Milarepa undertake, facing trials, confronting evil, and ultimately achieving profound spiritual transformation. With…

  • Transforming the Suffering of ME/CFS into a Path of Healing

    This post explores the transformative teaching of “Transforming Suffering and Happiness into Enlightenment” by Dodrupchen Jigme Tenpai Nyima, offering practical and heartfelt insights for those living with post-viral myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME/CFS). With a personal narrative rooted in over 15 years of practice, the post gently guides readers on how to change their relationship with both…

  • Patanjali No. 1: Introduction to the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali: A Journey Into the Heart of Yoga

    Discover the ancient wisdom of the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali in this introductory post. Learn what these 2,000-year-old teachings reveal about the mind, self-realization, and the path of Raja Yoga. Using Swami Vivekananda’s translation, we explore why these sutras are essential for anyone seeking inner peace, spiritual growth, and the true meaning of yoga. Whether…

  • Introduction to Bhakti Yoga: The Path of Devotion and Divine Love

    Discover Bhakti Yoga, the path of devotion and divine love, in this introductory post. Explore how this deeply emotional and heart-centered yoga cultivates a personal connection with the divine, transcending intellectual knowledge to embrace love and surrender. Learn about the key practices of Bhakti Yoga, including devotion to a chosen deity and the transformative power…

  • Ramayana No. 6: The Misuse of Power and the Path to Dharma—Reflections on Milarepa

    In Chapter 3 of the Ramayana, we explore the misuse of spiritual power and the path to Dharma, drawing parallels with the life of Milarepa. This post delves into the dangers of wielding power without righteousness and the transformative journey from darkness to light. Featuring a reflection on the sages’ curses and Milarepa’s early misdeeds,…

  • 1: Introduction to the Exercise Series: Gentle Movement for Body, Mind, and Spirit with Post-Viral ME/CFS

    In this introductory post for our series on gentle exercise for those living with Post-Viral ME/CFS, we explore how to approach fitness slowly, mindfully, and with compassion. Starting from visualizing movement while resting to taking small, manageable steps like sitting in a gym parking lot, this guide is designed to support those navigating the challenges…

  • Embracing the ME/CFS Crash: A Journey of Pacing, Overdoing, and the Practice of Witnessing. Or, Non-duality Rocks!

    Living with chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) requires mindful pacing and self-compassion. In this post, I explore how to navigate the crashes that come from overdoing it, sharing personal experiences and insights into the importance of witnessing mental fluctuations (vrittis) and impressions (pratyayas). I discuss how to avoid the “second arrow” of suffering and offer practical…