The causes of human suffering, as explained in Buddhist terms, are greed, anger and ignorance. These negative traits are called the Three Poisons, because they are dangerous toxins in our lives. How do we transform these toxins into sources of enlightenment?
How do we nurture insight, wisdom, resilience and joy in challenging times?
Quote: There is no power for change greater than a community discovering what it cares about. – Margaret J. Wheatley Economist Charles Eisenstein describes our society’s current narrative as “The Story of Separation”. This is a story that increasingly defines us as separate souls in a universe of “other”. In a world of otherness, how … Continue reading What Holds Us Together?
Quote: “Love is not something we give or get; it is something that we nurture and grow, a connection that emerges when people feel seen, heard, and valued” ~Dr. Brene Brown As members of a democratic congregation, we are called to hold life’s many tensions consciously, faithfully and in covenant with one another. In so … Continue reading The Heart of Democracy: Consent, Conversation and Covenant
Led by Rev. Emily Melcher, Interim at the UU Congregation of Whidbey Island on Saturday, October 6, this workshop gave attendees a chance to share concerns and ask questions about our recent, short-lived interim experience. Notice was sent beforehand to all members and friends. Click here to listen to the information shared.
Quote: “Creativity requires courage to let go of certainty.” — Erich Fromm Every creative journey begins with a problem:. It may very well be that some power beyond us breathes our creativity upon us, but in our most creative moments, something clearly happens within us. How do we nurture it?
Quote: Change is inevitable. Except from a vending machine. – Bumper sticker wisdom When I first moved to California I heard dire stories of the Cuesta Grade and the land beyond – a land described as difficult and harsh and distant. Quite unexpectedly I found my dream home in that “land beyond” and I found … Continue reading Over the Cuesta Grade
Quote: Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness. — Desmond Tutu Hope is a deep desire for the best possible outcome, after accepting the real circumstances. As circumstances change in life, so does hope. That flexibility of hope is not a weakness of naivete. The flexibility of … Continue reading Our House of Hope
Quote: Beginnings are usually scary and endings are usually sad, but it’s the middle that counts. You have to remember this when you find yourself at the beginning. – Sandra Bullock Hello – Family, furniture, pets and stuff have followed me across the country to settle in a new home in Kent. We are mostly … Continue reading Hello/Goodbye
Quote: A pamphlet, no matter how good, is never read more than once. But a song is learned by heart and repeated over and over. – Joe Hill In honor of Labor Day, we take a look at labor reform from its American beginnings to the 21st century through music and words. Come and celebrate. … Continue reading Mindful Resistance
