We often cause our own pain

by | Apr 17, 2012 | Uncategorized

An amazing prayer I would share with you: “God of justice, God of mercy, bless all those who are surprised with pain this day from suffering caused by their own weakness or that of others. Let what we suffer teach us to be merciful; let our sins teach...

A Gift to those who Give

by | Apr 10, 2012 | Uncategorized

“Humanly speaking a genuine gift is given freely, out of love and not out of necessity; its reception is occasion for gratitude and joy.  In the divine freedom to be present to all creatures, empowering them to birth and rebirth in the midst of the...

The Power of Positive Thinking

by | Mar 24, 2012 | Uncategorized

I never thought much about positive self-talk until last year.  It always seemed artificial to “talk yourself into something”.  I’ve changed my mind.  The habits of thinking, feeling and doing that make up our personality are created by our rehearsing...

What we want and what we settle for in life

by | Sep 29, 2011 | Uncategorized

Out of our deepest desiresWhat we want and what we settle for . . . These notes are shared from an afternoon with Richard Rohr with the Arizona Enneagram Association Professional Members in February, 2011.  Out of our deepest desires our life energy seeks...