What Is the Self? Part 1

A common interpretation of many spiritual practices is the transcendence of Self, or rising above one's identity. This is reflected most prominently in eastern religious traditions, and to a lesser extent, in those of the west. Throughout the ages, much about this subject has been watered down or misinterpreted. The modern pseudo-spiritual approach has taken … Continue reading What Is the Self? Part 1

Dark Night of the Soul

https://radiopublic.com/head-junk-WPJXPj/ep/s1!9a2d9 What follows is something I should have addressed long ago. A personal foray into the topic of mental illness is something I have refrained from discussing, partly due to my own confusion and uncertainty on the subject. However, I feel as if I have finally reached a point where my thoughts on the matter … Continue reading Dark Night of the Soul

Interview with Myosen Marcia Olsen

It has recently been my pleasure to make the acquaintance of Myosen Marcia Olsen, a Zen Buddhist Priest and author of Experiencing God Through Zen Insight. Through this intriguing book, Myosen endeavors to shed light on the often misunderstood practices of Zen Buddhism. Through her own personal experiences and realizations, the author appeals to readers on … Continue reading Interview with Myosen Marcia Olsen