The Politics of Power
This past weekend, good friends listened to me ranting about political parties that feel they can only succeed with “majority rule”, and using such rationale
Helen Maupin September 1, 2021
This past weekend, good friends listened to me ranting about political parties that feel they can only succeed with “majority rule”, and using such rationale
Painting by Viktor Mikhailovich Vasnetsov Given the chaotic change and heightened stress of the past 18 months, one could arguably say what’s bigger than a
A familiar yoga adage comes to mind as I consider the loss of a relationship in my life — Pain is inevitable, suffering is optional.
When people live under prolonged fear of any life-threatening situation — COVID, war, violence, social oppression, bullying, etc. — they experience trauma. Although Post-traumatic Stress
Today, I remind myself not to be buffeted by narratives of the past or belittled by negative opinions in the present. Although neither serve any
This is my first blog following a five-day yoga retreat I led for a group of committed students. As always, after such a deep experience,
On August 17, I teach my annual five-day yoga retreat. This whole-being intensive is meant to build capacity and release tension by tapping into every
My heart is full having shared a Folk Festival virtual viewing with dearly loved friends. Note the Folk Festival wrist bands. This welcome gathering was
As our national birthday approaches, our provincial borders begin to accommodate greater travel due to relaxing COVID 19 physical distancing restrictions. The heat of summer
In these days of “hurry up to catch up”, taking the time to treat ourselves with physical and mental relaxation and deep rest is often
Madness, as in the theme of my soon-to-be-published poetry book, is a relative experience. For instance, the three weeks leading up to Xmas day can
As I spend my delicious summer days gardening winter’s ice from my veins, I feel utterly embraced by nature’s beauty, truth and goodness. All personal
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