Contemplations

Contemplation: Giving & Forgiving

I’ve come to believe that true giving, and true forgiving, should both be offered unconditionally. As for forgiveness, we cannot...

Contemplation: Collectivism, the Evolutionary Hurdle

Recently, there were tenants staying at one of our service properties, guests visiting from California. I got to chatting with...

Contemplation: Freedom vs Power, Education vs Entertainment

For over 25 years I’ve been beating the liberty drum, and have always been perplexed that so few seem to...

Contemplation: Different Types or Levels of Rock-Bottom?

I’ve hit what I considered to be “rock bottom” a few times in my life.  The first time, I was...

Contemplation: Self Acceptance & Working With Confidence

I recently came across the following passage in Ralph Waldo Emerson’s essay Self Reliance, which is included in the book...

Contemplation: The Spiritual Journey, or Self-Actualization

I recently came across the following quote while reviewing Dr. Wayne Dyer‘s book The Power of Intention, which I read...