My philosophy of voting is always about winning for democracy in all cases. That happens when we voters evaluate the candidates on the bases of (1) they possess the character that — when elected—they will defend and protect the Constitution of the United States, which, after all, is required by their oaths of office, and (2) possess the experience to do the work required for the office they are seeking. 

"The universal has come down, and we’ve provided a temple space within our own body and consciousness for the Universal to reside, meet earth, and have a living revelation."

It was amazing to me to start to learn about what this mind is and how it affects us, and why it's ruling us, and why that makes us suffer. And it comes down, actually, to our identifications. The baseline of why we suffer is any moment we identify with the mind's interpretation.

I literally couldn’t find anyone to have a conversation with that felt like it could be a give-and-take. It was either "they’re telling me"—or a shutdown. . .

How many times is there someone sitting right across from me who has the same feeling I have and I don't know it yet, because I haven't realized my own fear--or joy, or whatever it is. And so I don't recognize theirs.

We're opening up ourselves to ourselves--to find out what's really deep inside, and find purpose.

A caterpillar grows wings and flies The change certifies the grandeur of a power bigger than us

A lifelong Catholic believer, Bernice was blessed in her last hours to receive the Pope's Easter Blessing through the mass on her hospital room TV.

"I've never felt burned out by what I hear on the news. I always feel myself putting energy in it that will improve someone's circumstances."

I did a couple of things. And one of them was to go to seminary--not because I wanted to be a minister . . . but because I wanted to be a better Donna.

WBTC is thrilled to roll out the red carpet for NPR's Donna Apidone, celebrating her profound journey and the exceptional contributions she has made in the world of broadcast journalism and public communication. Donna Apidoni is the genuine, reliable, and engaging voice you may recognize from her 25 years of hosting NPR's Morning Edition, reaching over 100,000 listeners who made her an integral part of their morning routine each day.

On my birthday in the year of twenty-twenty-four I wonder about collateral damage The ceaseless murder of civilians in war 

Giving our power to imperfect leaders can reveal our own unclaimed strength. Disillusionment is painful, but often an invitation...

When you finally see what's been stuck in there, you're no longer ruled by it. You see it for what it is.

I realized I could cry and allow myself to have my heart open in the pain and feel it fully and not resist it. And there was no story...

Their eyes glistened. They had just experienced a cornerstone of effective leadership: in equality, we model freedom.

 “I asked, What should I do with my life? I asked with all my heart. And I heard a voice for the first time--this inner voice, like a cosmic voice. And it said healing through music.

These...transformation in action stories remind us that we’re all on this journey together. I hope this podcast helps you enjoy the ride.

This third post was a tough one. It dug deep as I wrestled with the question: “How can I be the change?” My answer? Cry…write…sing… from...

These are substantive, nourishing dialogues, spiced with knowing laughter, smiles of inspiration, and many “been there” nods.