Awakening Self Blog
The Saint Syndrome
Excerpted from the chapter “Perfectionism” in Rev. Connie’s Book, Awakening from Anxiety: A Spiritual Guide to Living a More Calm, Confident, and Courageous Life
One of the attractive qualities of the spiritual pa…
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OK with Whatever
Several years ago, I began to study with a teacher named Leslie Temple-Thurston of CoreLight. She had a funny teaching that has become a big part of my life: OK with Whatever.
The Lesson of Mercury Retrograde
I hadn’t realized how much impact…
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The Freedom of Not-Knowing
Many of us, myself included, like to be in control; knowing what will happen or understanding a situation makes us feel more in command of our lives. But I’ve come to appreciate the freedom and ease of not-knowing. Let’s face it. We may be able to schedule our...
Decluttering Your Soul
A bit of Marie Kondo-style decluttering – in my home, and in my soul – was what I needed to shift out of a bad mood and back into enthusiasm and joy. Here’s how I did it. Today, I woke up in an unmotivated, depressed, dour funk. A complete surprise. I dragged myself...
Spiritual Warriors – from the Golden State!
The NBA finals are here, and they’re providing some fuel for my spiritual awakening – from the Golden State Warriors! Yes, I’m a fan and that’s a photo of me and my family at a game with the famous Kevin Durant – well, you know, the cardboard vers…
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The Invisible Threads of Life
It’s my morning ritual to sit in the front yard and take in whatever nature has to offer me. I receive messages from Spirit in profound ways from simple things. Simple things like thin, invisible threads.
The other day, something in the air…
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