by Kumari A few years ago, I had a huge “aha” moment. My husband had been coming home each night completely exhausted, and I found myself living for the weekends when we might have some “normal” time together. Growing up…
The Highest Service: Self Love
By Kumari From early childhood I was steeped in the tradition of service, first from a Catholic upbringing and then later from the eastern spiritual traditions of Seva (meaning self-less service). This culture of giving ran the gamut, from helping…
Shifting Out of Grief
By Kumari Three months after my beloved Teacher in doggie form, Suki, left her body, I found myself still feeling an enormous ache in my heart whenever I thought of her. I knew enough to realize that how we feel…
The Healing Power of Play
By Kumari “Don’t question why she needs to be so free She’ll tell you it’s the only way to be…” —Rolling Stones, “Ruby Tuesday” lyrics Knowing how important it is to maintain a high vibration and be in balance on…
The Stages of Enlightenment: Becoming, Being, Embodying
By Kumari I have been pondering my spiritual journey for the past 25 years. After my father’s sudden death from lung cancer prompted me to seek ways to ease suffering, and other existential answers led me to a meditation master…