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  • Karma and the Call to Compassion
    In the article The Law of Karma, we explored how individuals shape their own experiences through both the Law of Cause and Effect and the Law of Karma.  Individuals call karmas, or opportunities to demonstrate growth, to themselves, but they are not necessarily meant to be experienced alone.  Additionally, karma is not an excuse to … Continue reading Karma and the Call to Compassion →
  • The Willow and the Oak
    It was once said that a person has a choice: to be like the oak or to be like the willow. The oak stands firm and refuses to bend, but the willow endures; for while a strong wind can uproot the oak, it rarely has the strength to topple the willow. Flexibility, not rigidity, allows … Continue reading The Willow and the Oak →
  • The Law of Karma
    Many people have a simplified view of karma, often reducing it to the familiar idea “what goes around comes around.” While that captures a small part of the principle, it misses the depth, nuance, and spiritual power behind the true Law of Karma. Karma is not a cosmic scoreboard, nor is it the spiritual version … Continue reading The Law of Karma →
  • I the One the Many Make
    The poem Mastery was first published by Earl G. Barr in Los Angeles, California, in 1928, in a small hardbound volume of just 26 pages. The book itself was titled Mastery, taking its name from this profound poem, which stands as the centerpiece of the collection. The author is identified only as Retsama, a pseudonym … Continue reading I the One the Many Make →
  • The Process of Individualization
    In the article, The Dual Nature of the Human Condition, we discussed the dual nature of humanity, the qualities of the soul consciousness versus the mortal consciousness, and why it is important to surrender to the soul consciousness. In this article, we will explore the greater purpose of life: the role and responsibility of the … Continue reading The Process of Individualization →
  • The Nature of Knowledge
    If you were given a box and that box contained all the knowledge ever known, what would you do with it? Some of you would open it eagerly and partake of all that it held. Imagine, for a moment, that this knowledge came in the form of a cake. Many would sit down and consume … Continue reading The Nature of Knowledge →
  • The Dual Nature of the Human Condition
    In the Universal Understanding of the God Consciousness, one of the most vital truths we must understand is that humanity exists in duality. Within each of us are two consciousnesses:  The interior self, the soul, the God Consciousness within, the eternal aspect of our being;  and the exterior self, the mortal consciousness tied to the … Continue reading The Dual Nature of the Human Condition →
  • Awakening
    “The breeze at dawn has secrets to tell you. Don’t go back to sleep.” — Rumi, The Essential Rumi, translated by Coleman Barks. In spiritual traditions, the idea of “awakening” often sounds lofty or esoteric.  Rather, it is more like a breeze at dawn. It is the simple yet profound moment when one begins to … Continue reading Awakening →
  • There With the Grace of God Go I
    The familiar phrase, “There but for the grace of God go I,” is often spoken when we witness hardship in others and feel spared by divine intervention. It implies separation: I am fortunate, and by the grace of God I have avoided that fate. While this recognition can inspire humility, it can also reinforce a … Continue reading There With the Grace of God Go I →
  • The Tree That Bears Fruit
    This beautiful metaphor by Master Anthropis of a tree’s journey reflects the cyclical nature of our spiritual growth and evolution, from seeking the light to becoming a beacon of light:  I plant myself within the soil of knowledge,and my roots sprout first.I grow towards the light. My roots stretch out to expand and gather together … Continue reading The Tree That Bears Fruit →
  • On Wisdom and Humility
    Life is the experience of knowledge. Wisdom is the practice of discernment and the mindful application of that knowledge to the circumstances we encounter. The expression of wisdom unfolds the consciousness of the soul and manifests as light. But just as the light of a single candle can brighten a dark room, wisdom can only … Continue reading On Wisdom and Humility →
  • Living the Golden Rule: The Essence of Spirituality
    At the heart of being a spiritual person is the timeless principle of the Golden Rule:  “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.”  In other words, treat others as you would like others to treat you. This simple yet powerful idea crosses cultural and religious lines, providing a universal path to … Continue reading Living the Golden Rule: The Essence of Spirituality →
  • Journey Inward: A Practical Guide to Meditation
    In today’s fast-paced world, meditation has become a widely embraced practice, offering valuable support to people from all walks of life. From cancer patients and business executives to spiritual seekers, individuals are turning to meditation not only to reduce stress but also to deepen self-awareness, cultivate inner peace, and connect with a sense of the … Continue reading Journey Inward: A Practical Guide to Meditation →
  • Be Mindful
    Our experiences of today are the result of the choices we made yesterday, and the choices we make today will shape our tomorrow. Each of us are the masters of our own destiny, and our choices determine how we get there. Consequently, our choices must be made with a great deal of discernment. Discernment is … Continue reading Be Mindful →
  • An Introduction
    The Universal Understanding of the God Consciousness is a spiritual philosophy emphasizing self-awareness, mindful decision making and self-accountability in shaping our own destinies. The very core of this philosophy is Agape, or unconditional love and acceptance of not just others, but your own self. In the Universal Understanding of the God Consciousness, the “universal understanding” … Continue reading An Introduction →