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Atheists, Fundamentalists, and Mystics

Atheists, fundamentalists, and mystics occupy three clear points on the belief spectrum. There are others but we can use these three to explore the scope of the spectrum.

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Grief And Grieving

As we get older, we come to expect the death of elderly parents or relatives, although it’s still painful when they die. Their passing is

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Scripture And Cultural Evolution

I often wonder how much the intended meaning of the texts regarded as sacred scriptures has been lost or distorted through the process of translation.

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The Power Of Words

I spotted a book on a friend’s bookshelf, not one of those online bookshelves like on goodreads.com, but one with actual books on it. The

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Are You Willing To Change?

Self-Help and Personal Growth books contain useful information and helpful suggestions for readers seeking ideas and strategies for change. At least that’s how authors of

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The Pursuit Of Happiness

Chasing happiness? Stop it!  The pursuit of happiness, as most of us understand it, is a futile undertaking. It leads to addiction and exploitation as

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I am a mystic, not a guru

Like all mystics, I acknowledge the presence of the divine and make space for it in my life. Although I share my insights and discuss

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Answering The Call

It’s not unusual for people to think being a mystic requires answering a special kind of calling to devote your life to God. After all,

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