How to Serve in Times of Crisis

How to Serve in Times of Crisis

As the events of the world continue to deepen into an unprecedented state, I have been sitting with the question of service. What is it to serve in these times of crisis? How do we give what we have—if indeed we have space to give—in the midst of these extraordinary...
The Game of Soul Goals

The Game of Soul Goals

For the last three Christmases, my family and I have played a wonderful board game called Pandemic Legacy. The “standard” game pits the players—who constitute a collaborative team, rather than opponents—against a lethal virus which is threatening the world with...
The Price of Walking the Soul’s Path

The Price of Walking the Soul’s Path

The goal for many of us now is not what is used to be. It is not simply the attainment of a respectable job. It is not simply a good stable marriage and two kids. The goal is now—for a growing community of us— to self-actualize. The imperative is nothing short of...
Finding Light on the Dark Road

Finding Light on the Dark Road

Ever since I can remember noticing my feelings and moods, I had “black spots”—hours or even days when I would “disappear” into a dark and unpleasant hole. My life would appear pointless. My happiness but a memory. I remember lying wrapped in my duvet at home as a...
The Convenience of Not Setting Goals

The Convenience of Not Setting Goals

I learned a new skill last year. In fact, to call it a skill does perhaps not do it full justice. For it is in actuality, a capacity for a fundamental orientation toward life. One that much to my shame, I had hitherto forsaken. In common parlance this capacity would...