We've all heard horrible stories of tragedies which could have been prevented by countless bystanders but weren't.  How observers tend to assume that someone else will step in to help or stand up to defend the victim. And how, because everyone expects someone else to do it, no one does. And we all know, deep … Continue reading The Challenge of Standing Up

Is your spiritual path empowering? It seems a simple question, and I imagine most people would say yes. But being empowered means being given authority and power over something, usually your own life and existence.  Does your spiritual path really give you authority over anything, or does it encourage you to give up your authority … Continue reading The Illusion of Spiritual Power