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Embracing the Wonder of Animal Totems: A Guided Journey

I’ve worked with animal totems for more than thirty years. Wolf is my primary – a companion who is always...

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Women as Spiritual Leaders: Embracing Equality Across Faith Traditions

I grew up attending the Catholic church with my family. When I was about eleven, I asked if I could serve as an altar boy....

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A Mosaic of Beliefs: Should We Cherry-Pick our Spiritual Values from Different Faiths?

Originally published on Patheos

In a world of diverse spiritual beliefs and religious traditions, it’s not...

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Sacred Ways to Celebrate Your Birthday

I love celebrating birthdays and with a family the size of mine, it seems there’s always a birthday right around the...

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Celebrating the Summer Solstice: Ancient Festivals and Modern Practices

Originally published on Patheos

Summer Solstice is always significant for me because it marks the longest day...

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Simple Ceremonies: The Power and Importance of Your Intention

After more than thirty years of creating rites, rituals, and sacred ceremonies, I've learned that step one is always...

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A Journey of Prayer: Illuminating the Sacred Spark within Each of Us

Originally published on Patheos

I’ve been praying nearly as long as I’ve been breathing. Some of...

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Simple Ceremonies: The Transformative Power of Touch and Texture

If you know me at all, you know I’m a hugger. You also know I’ll ask permission for the hug and respect your...

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Simple Ceremonies: Healing through Self-Compassion

I am always so surprised at the harsh self-judgment the inner critic imposes on us.


The voice inside our head (or feeling...

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Simple Ceremonies: Incorporating Incense, Essential Oils, and Other Fragrances

I’m sure you’ve heard our olfactory sense is our strongest sense.


I often wonder if that’s so we can...

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