When I was 26, I was in a head-on collision that nearly ended my life. Just a few years later, at 30, my beloved father died unexpectedly. These two profound events made me acutely aware of life’s fragility. Every living thing has an innate drive to flourish, to realize its fullest potential. I’m reminded of…
Yesterday, I wrapped up my 7-week class at the Sophia Center, and as always, one powerful image continues to stay with me: a tapestry. Every time I teach this course, I see the group’s collective contributions—writings, art, ideas, and inner processes—emerging as metaphorical threads. Together, we weave a tapestry of deep, rich wisdom. In a…
A friend from Montana recently moved to the Bay Area, and adjusting to life here has been quite a journey for her. Montana, with its remote, spacious beauty, is a world apart from the bustling, energetic Bay Area. When I first moved to Montana, I finally understood why it’s called Big Sky Country. The towering,…
My friend Elka Vera recently completed a series of stunning watercolor paintings. Her focus? Capturing the essence of a flower rather than its form. The results are beautiful, as you can see. I love the idea of focusing on the essence of a thing. It’s a concept that resonates deeply with me, especially as I’ve…
On Monday, I brought small pumpkins into my class at the Sophia Center. But instead of simply handing them out, I had everyone close their eyes and hold out their hands to receive one. The goal was to bypass their minds’ pre-stored ideas about pumpkins and invite them into a wordless, sensory experience. With their…
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