There are processes in nature that can teach us far more about ourselves than we might imagine. All it takes is learning how to truly listen. That’s what Leonardo da Vinci did—spending countless hours observing plants, animals, and flowing water to discover the laws of life. One of the most fascinating processes, in my opinion, … Read more

What distinguishes an ordinary action from a spiritual practice is not what we do—but how we do it.Anything we do can become a spiritual practice: cooking, gardening, even waiting in line at the post office. The external action is less important than the inner state from which it is performed. We are merely the outer … Read more

Our human journey toward meaning and self-fulfillment surprisingly passes through the station of Emptiness. That very sense of inner void which frightens so many of us is, in fact, a key to an advanced stage of spiritual development—a universal, archetypal experience. Just like a clay vessel, it is not the shape that gives it value, … Read more

Take a deep breath and dive into yourself. We are so used to traveling outward—exploring new cities, hiking majestic mountains, and diving into the depths of the ocean. We have mapped the entire planet, and soon, we may even set foot on Mars. But all of that is outward exploration. What about the inner world … Read more