The Pivot of Great Compassion

The Pivot of Great Compassion

We process emotional pain along the same neuro-circuitry we do physical pain. Why is this so mind-blowingly significant? Because to alleviate physical pain and injury our instinct is to resist and move away from the source of the injury. If the hot stove or the sharp...
THE CHALLENGE OF BEING LOVED

THE CHALLENGE OF BEING LOVED

Nothing brings up our blocks, inner work, and childhood trauma patterns than being genuinely cared for and loved. So, if you want an embodied path to being more magically human, choose those who can love you. Yet, this in itself is a catch 22, because we are so...
Pulling the Shame Card

Pulling the Shame Card

Of course, it’s usually unhelpful and abusive to call people names, curse at them, and engage substance-less emotional attacks. This is unhelpful shame. But accusing others of shaming us when we are simply being called in to notice when we are dangerously...
Creativity as Lover

Creativity as Lover

Without my artistic passion, I’d be a less happy guy. But being an artist isn’t just a source of joy; it’s companionship. When I’m not in an intimate relationship, the passion of creativity keeps my juices flowing, and occupied in the creation of beauty. Deep...