What happens after we die? Do we disappear into a void, never to be seen or heard from again? Or do we float down a tunnel of white light, reuniting with our spiritual heroes and loved ones? I have a few hunches about what happens after death. I think life goes on, though different than [...]
Friends in High Places: My Favorite Spiritual Teachers and What They Taught Me
When was the last time you talked to a dead person? Given the readership of this blog, I wouldn’t be surprised if more than a handful of you said, “Yesterday.” So here’s another question: When was the last time you talked to an entire collection of dead people who inspired you to expand your conception [...]
How I Survived the Spiritual Retreat from Hell
Have you ever been at a spiritual retreat that didn’t feel very spiritual? Perhaps the facilitator seemed more egoic than enlightened. Perhaps the other participants seemed incapable of deep, honest inquiry. Or maybe the whole event had an overly-materialistic vibe. Whatever it was, it left you feeling unsatisfied, incomplete. Of course, everything is spiritual. I’ve [...]
Feeling Blue? Try the Turbo Rambo Appreciation Assault!
Have you ever been in a bad mood? You know, one of those days – or weeks – where it’s like a dimming switch has been activated? And you’re not sure who turned down the lights: Was it you? Or was it someone else? And if it was someone else, you’re pretty sure you know [...]
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My Front-Row Ticket to a Miracle
August 14, 2012
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Forget Butterflies. Dragonflies Have an Ever Better Story!
May 7, 2013
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How I Survived the Spiritual Retreat from Hell
April 17, 2012
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How Elves Can Heal Your Life
November 29, 2011
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Why I Thought I Was Going to Die When I Turned 23. And Why I Was Right. (Part 1)
January 3, 2012
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When Healers Cause Harm
June 18, 2013
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Wanna Do the Best Experiment Ever?!
June 11, 2013
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It’s My New Book!
June 7, 2013
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How I Shut My Mouth and Found My Soul
June 4, 2013
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How to Awesome-ize Your Life in 3 Minutes a Day
May 28, 2013



