The idea that trees serve as conduits to the divine is a profound mystical theme spanning ancient traditions and modern spirituality. Trees are not merely biological entities but living bridges between the earthly and the sacred, channeling divine energy, wisdom, and presence. Their roots delve into the earth while branches reach toward the heavens, symbolizing interconnection between … Continue reading Are Trees Conduits to the Divine?
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“Eternal Love” Netflix Series
I do a “retreat” of sorts for two months of each year during the winter. During that time, I live a fairly meditative quiet life. I also watch Netflix every night, whereas the rest of the year I do not watch television. I enjoy it very much, and it is a special treat to look … Continue reading “Eternal Love” Netflix Series
What is the “Divine Law” in Taoism?
In Taoism, the concept of "divine law" is not explicitly defined as in some other religious or philosophical systems, but it can be understood as the natural order or principle of the Tao (the Way), which governs the universe and all existence. The Tao is the ultimate source of harmony, balance, and spontaneity, and living … Continue reading What is the “Divine Law” in Taoism?
Thomas Merton Quotes
The biggest human temptation is … to settle for too little. To say that I am made in the image of God is to say that Love is the reason for my existence, for God is love. Love is my true identity. Selflessness is my true self. Love is my true character. Love is my … Continue reading Thomas Merton Quotes
Escher and Taoism on One Page
Don't chase after people's approval.Don't depend on your plans.Don't make decisions;let decisions make themselves.Free yourself of concepts;don't believe what you think.Embody the inexhaustible.Wander beyond all paths.Receive what you have been givenand know that it is always enough.The Master's mind is like a mirror:it responds but doesn't store,contains nothing, excludes nothing,and reflects things exactly as they … Continue reading Escher and Taoism on One Page
Be in the Flow State
This week, Joseph Rodrigues, follower of Neville Goddard, with his popular Youtube channel, posted a superb teaching named "The REAL way to escape the matrix... No Gimmicks!" It really is a concise excellent teaching on living life in the FLOW state, what that means, and how magical doing so improves one's life. In it, he … Continue reading Be in the Flow State
Inner Travel and Serenity
photo source The heavy is the root of the light.The unmoved is the source of all movement.Thus the Master travels all daywithout leaving home.However splendid the views, she stays serenely in herself.---Tao te Ching by Lao-Tzutranslation by Stephen Mitchell
One Seeker's Story 