When I reflect on my time in academia, I realize I was drawn to the sense of order it promised—the structure of syllabi, assignments lined up week by week, and the anticipation of uncovering new insights. It was like opening a chest full of jewels, each course a treasure map. I loved the ritual of…
Years ago, I found myself in the Art Barn at Esalen Institute, sitting on a stool, painting a paper mache mask. I had originally signed up for a contemplative workshop but quickly discovered it was too cerebral for my liking. The Art Barn, with its freedom and creativity, called to me instead. I began painting…
I grew up in a hardworking Norwegian farming family in the Midwest, where practicality was a way of life. This mindset is etched into my being. When I walk into an art gallery, I often marvel at the hours—sometimes thousands—that someone has spent creating a sculpture, a painting, or a work of art. All that…
When groups of any size come together with a shared purpose, a “third space” of profound wisdom becomes available. This space transcends individual contributions, allowing for insights and creative solutions that couldn’t emerge otherwise. Third space is intuitive and expansive—a realm beyond our everyday rational thinking. Eckhart Tolle describes this beautifully in his book Stillness…
When we step into the roles of teacher, coach, mentor, or trainer, we step into vulnerability. Sharing our gifts with the world requires us to be present and authentic, risking judgment, rejection, or even failure. But here’s the profound truth: in our vulnerability lies our greatest power. Teaching, at its heart, is an act of…
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