parker palmer

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Reconnecting with the unreachable: The mind’s true purpose

“The true work of the mind is to reconnect us with that which would otherwise be out of reach.” – Parker Palmer This profound statement captures the essence of what it means to think deeply and meaningfully. The mind, often seen as a tool for solving problems or processing information, has a higher purpose: to…

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The transformative beauty of metaphor: A journey into inner wisdom

My journey into the world of metaphor was entirely unplanned. It wasn’t a choice I made, but rather a path that unfolded for me through a series of profound, mystical, and even harrowing experiences. I became an advocate for a realm of non-ordinary beauty that urgently wants to be known—a realm accessible through the power…

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The power of space: How creating sacred spaces fuels creativity and self-discovery

I’m currently enchanted by a book with an irresistible title: The Poetics of Space. Admittedly, I’ve barely begun reading it, but the concept alone has me hooked. I wish I’d come up with that title myself—it perfectly captures something I’ve loved my whole life: spaces. From an early age, I’ve been drawn to the magic…

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Why your work is bigger than you

Peter London, in No More Secondhand Art, said it beautifully: artists are custodians of issues larger than themselves. But this idea isn’t limited to artists. Anyone working in social change—whether you’re passionate about local food, clean water, better government, or art education—is carrying something bigger than “just” your personal mission. Your work isn’t just about expressing…

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