The perilous journey through core beliefs, entrapment, realization, and liberation. Sometimes our life appears to be guided by a developed personal inner story — an inner voice thought narration that runs in the background and captivates our mental life. A very talented editor, Jacqui shares her personal story of getting entangled with some mental health issues on her path to…

Ten Tips for Restoring Peaceful Coexistence when Discord Arises A New Beginning and Hope The season for a fresh start seemed upon us with its promise of renewal and healing. Out of the deep darkness, a seed, a kernel of insight, grows towards the light and life with opportunity and challenge. …

Finding healing and peace from conflict and war — by Ron Parks, MD A Holiday with Meaning Valentine’s day that passed recently reminds me that there are more profound realities than myself and related busyness. The holiday about love and relationship almost got overlooked, with my over-involvement and preoccupation with what I was doing. Luckily, my wife and something in the news gave…

An Awakening Fall As a nine-year-old boy, while enjoying the warmth of the midday sun, I was easing my way out onto a branch of a wild apple tree. It was in a deserted field with the sweetest green apples I had ever tasted. These weren’t like the shiny red ones you can…

Exploring Mental Health, Trauma, and Self-Belief for Personal Growth and Happiness — 09/07/2023 Video Podcast, Podcast interview with Rob Hosking The following are excerpts from my 09–07/2023 Video Podcast, Podcast interview with Rob Hosking, where we delve into the inspiring story of Rob, a former frontline police officer who underwent a profound transformation after his traumatic experiences. Rob’s journey led him to become a motivational speaker specializing in happiness and…

Dreams are a natural resource for inspiration, getting unstuck, and setting priorities. — A gift from your nighttime slumber Did you ever wonder what a dream means, if it has any value, whether it predicts some outcome or portends some possible threat or danger? Dreams have fascinated people for centuries. There are luminous books and literature on the subject, some written by scientists trying to understand the phenomenon that…

A unique self-help health program began with wanting answers and evolved into a superb holistic health program. Part 1 — A Conversation with Brother Promise I had a conversation with a loving, joyous, youthful monk, living and developing a holistic health program to enrich the lives and health of others. He is a fellow writer on Substack, where I publish my Mind Wise newsletter, where I discovered his work and connected with him.

The sharing of Profound life-changing experiences can bring value to other people’s lives. Impactful shared experiences can critically affect people’s choices, life direction, meaning, and perspective. Others may find inspiration, hope, and see a path forward for change and healing, when the shared experience is one of loss, pain, trauma, and suffering, with the finding of meaning, purpose, and recovery. The experiences shared…

A dynamic, momentary, or more prolonged experience can alter and mold your life and its expression. — Any of us can recall certain impactful events that may have significantly changed our life experiences and choices. Today, for instance, was boiling and muggy with overhead threatening storm clouds and a distant rumble of an approaching thunderstorm. It took my mind back to a past eventful summer’s day. I…