Summer Solstice

Today is the Summer Solstice, the longest day and the shortest night of the year. Contrast this with the Winter Solstice, in December for us, the longest night and the shortest day of the year. You can see the symbolism in both: in the Winter we are withdrawing somewhat, contemplating, meditating, and sowing seeds in … More Summer Solstice

The Power of Play

New research is pointing to something that we already all know is true: play makes us healthier and happier. Dr. Stuart Brown, a researcher on play, gives a fantastic lecture that is featured on the TED website (a small nonprofit devoted to “Ideas Worth Spreading”) reminding us of the scientifically proven importance of play in … More The Power of Play

May 18th: International day for blessings of the earth’s water

May 18th, 2010, has been declared an international day of prayer for the earth’s water. This is led by the Thirteen Indigenous Grandmothers – perhaps our most esteemed and wise council on the earth today. They give me hope, and they strengthen my resolve to continue to reach out to all people I can with … More May 18th: International day for blessings of the earth’s water

Scientific experiments involving energy healing

Bernadette Doran, trained Reiki Master, writes in the International Association of Reiki Practitioner’s July issue of The Reiki Times of an experiment that conclusively shows physical effects of hands-on healing. Her article is entitled “The Science Behind Reiki.” I was so intrigued that I looked up the original document of this experiment, and I’d like … More Scientific experiments involving energy healing