Life is like a dream. But the people, dwellings, possessions, and commitments in our life are, at this moment, not a dream; they are real.
Taking Care of Your Gyroscope and Your Compass
But often unforeseen events happen – events that we did not see coming — and we can feel like we’ve been knocked off balance and are lost. Time to check our navigational instruments.
Waking The Dead
Our world has changed a great deal in terms of technology and science, but the challenges of being a responsible and resilient human being have not. I’m grateful for those who can wake the dead so we can learn from them.
Wherever You Go, There You Are
What I see now in the mirror looks different than what I’ve seen the past but it’s the same me that’s looking.
A Restless Candle
A simple prayer focusing on a single candle.
Where’s Your Axis Mundi?
I have visited many sacred sites in my life. I always try to understand and appreciate the beliefs and imagination of the faithful who are drawn there.
Pocket Epiphanies #200: A Buffet of Past Posts
Think of this as a “blog buffet” — see if any particular one interests you and put it on your plate.
A Torch in the Darkness
Years ago I created a simple structure for my personal prayer practice. I begin with the inner circle of our extended family members and expand the focus to includes others. Recently one person came to mind who I know is trying to “find their way” in life. A visual image appeared to me: TheContinue reading “A Torch in the Darkness”
Chatbots, Humans, and the Holiday Season
When the power grid goes out or when our digital systems fail or are hacked, we will be left with just each other and our own wits.
The Things We Do Without Thinking Too Much
I want to celebrate the actions we take and the ways we live well that aren’t a product of formulas and mental concentration but arise from a desire to simply do the right thing.
Steve Jacobsen, Ed.D 