My heart longs for a soul filled with dancing, light, drumming, music, and joy. My heart longs to believe that the Universe is miraculous and beautiful and that we just have to be still a moment to see it.

What I am learning is that tolerance is key to building healthy human relationships. We have to practice understanding, compassion, and gratitude for the vast diversity that exists in this world.

While we are in the womb, all our needs are met. When we live in harmony with nature, Mother Earth provides for us. The roots of the trees and deep flowing waters are her womb. When you are unsure or have questions, ask her to teach you.

Great change requires . . . Courage, Practice, and Patience. And you are the only one who can do the work inside your soul. You don’t have to change anyone else. Change yourself–that is enough.

Staying loving and compassionate does not mean you can’t set healthy boundaries and walk away from people who are destructive. It means you remain loving and compassionate toward yourself, and you remain compassionate toward others who are suffering or who have caused you harm.

People can be complex. We misunderstand one another. We disagree. We argue with our spouses, neighbors, romantic partners, children, co-workers, and relatives and then feel disappointed that the world is not more peaceful.