Reading Time: 3 minutesWith just a few weeks to go before the release of Love and Suffering, I wanted to continue exploring the theme of what it means to love this world with a wide-open heart. On the path of loving everything, it is easy to love the good stuff. Who doesn’t love the sound of the morning […]
Kissing God’s Blemish Read More »
Reading Time: 9 minutesWithout a doubt, a huge inspiration for my upcoming book, Love and Suffering, is the American Franciscan priest and writer Richard Rohr. I am incredibly indebted to his body of work and that of his organization, The Center for Action and Contemplation, for deepening my understanding of Christian theology, mysticism, and contemplative practices. Rohr was
On Richard Rohr and The Tears of Things Read More »
Reading Time: 6 minutesIn my upcoming book, Love and Suffering, I make two bold claims about mystical awakening. The first claim is that the mystical experience is universal. We are put in touch with a Greater Truth that transcends religious dogma and touches something at the core and heart of every human being. There is strong evidence that
The Uncontrolled Spontaneity of Mystical Awakening Read More »
Reading Time: 4 minutesIt’s June 2025, and two things are now official. First, I have completed my Counseling program from California State University, which means I am now officially a Mental Health Therapist. Second, I have a new book coming out September 1st, entitled Love and Suffering: A Spiritual Guide for Helpers, Healers, and Humans. These two events
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: New Book Coming September 1st! Read More »
Reading Time: 3 minutesLife is change, endlessly moving and shifting. If you try to hold on, you’ll get rope burn. Our spiritual task is to find our inner composure amidst the realization that nothing lasts. There’s been a lot of changes in my life as well, and I’d like to update you all that’s going on. YogaFlow Closure,
Yoga and Offerings Updates Read More »
Reading Time: 4 minutesI haven’t published a blog post in several months, because all of my writing has been devoted to my latest manuscript. I’m super excited about the prospect of publishing it because it covers how important love and suffering are to our personal growth and spiritual transformation. The book covers many aspects of both science and
The Divine Eroticism of Mystical Christianity Read More »
Reading Time: 4 minutesThere’s a quote I keep seeing shared around social media from my fellow spiritual seekers. While I’m used to seeing quotes from the Buddha, Eckharte Tolle, or Deepak Chopra, seeing this line came as a surprise. Mainly because the “spiritual but not religious” sector of the social media world tends to have a large aversion
Save Yourself by Bringing Forth What Is Within Read More »
Reading Time: 5 minutesIf I have learned anything in my years on this planet, it is that you never know what is going on behind closed doors. Nowadays, it’s easy to hide behind social media filters, and not just the ones that remove blemishes. We filter out what messages, photos, and content to put out into the world.
Why Is Love So Hard? Read More »
Reading Time: 3 minutesLast week, I wrote the four best things to say when your partner is upset. The post is a handy guide for what to say when you want to love your partner, but they are mad or frustrated about something. But what about if our partner isn’t upset, and you two are just hanging out?
3 Phrases to Start Using in Your Relationship Right Now Read More »
Reading Time: 4 minutesOk, so your partner is clearly upset with you. Maybe you know why, maybe you don’t. Hopefully you love them and want to make things better. It’s important to note that conflict is normal in every relationship. We’ve all been there. What separates the great relationships from the not-so-great ones is how well that conflict
What to Say When Your Partner Is Upset Read More »
