The beauty of dreams not only lies in the possibility of them coming true, but also in the powerfully positive emotions one feels in the moment of these dreams.

I received three great comments on my last post (no. 73) regarding myths and drugs. Here is my attempt to respond to all three: I agree that pharmaceuticals are important to many people, myself included. I guess I was trying to say that so much of medicine concentrates on physiology and control over it and […]

I must preface this post by saying that the following is just something I was kicking around today. I realize the comparison I speak of requires more rigorous intellectual vigor than I am able to give it right now. As they say, “this is only a test”. I am posting this because I am curious […]

No matter how much contemplation is done regarding who we are, who we’ve been and who we long to become, ultimately we must act amongst others in the world of shared space and time. This is an effective way to come to know ourselves. By acting in the world amongst others we are instructed and […]

Fear can take many forms. It’s ugly face can sometimes be imperceptible even by the one who fears. It creeps in and takes hold of ones heart and mind. And just when I think I’ve overcome it, it manifests in some other way. My dreams can sometimes be a fear in disguise because they take […]

It was once thought that the brain, once matured, did not change much. That it remained relatively static until advancing age towards decline. Current research has shown that the brain has the potential to change at any age. This is called neuroplasticity. While others my age or older may believe they are who they are, […]

In three dimensions I find myself within Looking about Realizing the space between myself And all others Both outer And inner space Expanding mind One with the universe as it’s inspiration This awakening feels new May sound trivial to you But it truly is a shift in my paradigm Giving myself the space I need […]

Extremes of body and mind Practiced Studied Experienced And lived There must be a middle way Between bodybuilding And obesity Between Philosophy And depression With physical therapy And psychology As moderate forms Of being And thinking This way must be balanced Via increased activity And portion control Via meditation And mindfulness What I’ve seen And […]

A large part of life is not letting other people’s issues become your own. That doesn’t mean you can’t listen to or interact with others with problems. It does mean that healthy space and boundaries must be respected. And sometimes, unfortunately, it is simply time to say goodbye. Goodbye for now or maybe even goodbye […]

I am blessed. This life I live is incredible. I am right where I need to be. I am growing in patience and compassion. I flex these important muscles everyday between my career, family life and with myself. I feel content while I simultaneously long for more. I suppose this longing will always be there. […]