Turning towards the light
by Broderick Rodell PhD, ND, E-RYT Within each us we have the potential for darkness and light, and we have the choice to pursue either. If we choose to turn towards light, we will realize that it is an ongoing,…
Holding Steady
At the start of this pandemic, in answer to the proverbial question, ‘How are you doing?’ I most often said, ‘I’m holding steady’. I offered this response with honesty, some surprise, and a lot of relief. It seemed my years…
The Wilderness Without, and Within
By Courtenay Cullen There is a remembering that happens outside. “Outside.” Even the word is designed from the perspective of an “inside” being. That being “in” is somehow our natural place, and being on the “outer” side of “in” is…
News from the Centre – January 2021
Faith, devotion, and right thinking are the foundation of spirituality. Contentment, compassion, and tolerance are the walls. When you have built this room for yourself, you are safe and in peace. God is already within you. ~ Baba Hari Dass…
Ode To Theota Sudha Soleil
by Greta Chandrika Theota Sudha Soleil Happy birthday to my dear friend afarLike sisters we were and sisters we still areYour quick wit and laughter and very keen mindAlways so gentle, always so kind You liked to sing with your…
Farming for the Earth
by Dan Naccarato If there was one remotely positive aspect to emerge this year from the chaos of the Covid-19 pandemic, it is that many people started thinking more about their food and even began growing their own for the…
The Calm within the Chaos
by Lucie Palmer Lucie in meditation As I write this story about my experience at the centre, I sit in front of a beautiful warm Moroccan sun setting into the ocean from my rooftop. I am excited to consider the…
Unpacking Aparigraha
The practice of non-possessiveness on all levels including thoughts and deeds. I am the queen of downsizing in our family. I actually need to downsize, declutter, get rid of things. It seems to calm my mind which quite frankly, needs…
News from the Centre – December 2020
Peace in the mind, love and compassion in the heart bring the scattered world into one reality. ~ Baba Hari Dass Dear friends, I hope you are all well, and that you’re able to celebrate the seasonal holidays, Christmas, Chanukah, Kwanza,…
The Magic of Santa Claus Explained with Yogic Philosophy
The ideas of Santa Claus are not so far fetched as some grown-ups or non-believers may assume. There are many legends of Santa Claus from countries all over the world and origin stories that can be researched on Google. Many…