Steve Jacobsen, Ed.D

Cat Stevens Went Away — and Came Back

I find many of us go through similar journeys. We’ve gone through phases of being settled, then unsettled. Then settled again. Then unsettled.

What We Run From Pursues Us

When we can face and bear the pain that pursues us, we find not only a sense of release and relief but also greater awareness of the blessings around us.

Two Lessons I Learned from Jane Goodall

Getting a chance to hear Jane Goodall in person was a compelling reason to go to Salt Lake City for the “Parliament of World’s Religions” in 2015.

I Still Think About a List I Made a Long Time Ago

At one point we were given a sheet of paper with a numbered list of twenty blank spaces. Without much of an introduction, we were asked to write down 20 things we value in life.

Waking Up With Rip Van Winkle

The culture is changing, but I believe the same basic spiritual values remain.

Three Strikes and You’re Back in the Car

As I walked, I had a new appreciation for how vulnerable we are. But the point of life is not to hide in fear. The point is to find wisdom and flourish.

Touching the Earth, Grounding Our Soul

As our culture becomes more fragmented and people more socially isolated, many studies have demonstrated that being part of spiritual communities leads to increased emotional and physical health. The traditions ground us in what really matters, giving meaning to all we do.