The Evolution of Meditation: And What Meditation Is…

A journey into meditation following a significant betrayal. Initially confused by varying guides I learned to simply observe in silence. Over years of practice I discovered meditation is about letting go rather than forcing experiences. This evolved into a curiosity about gentle intention and self-observation, leading to deeper personal insights.

Video – When the Forest Whispers: Stillness, Symbols, and the Integration of Self

Silence sometimes whispers back when we listen. As I walked through the forest this morning, it was quiet—a peaceful absence in the trees. It felt otherworldly, like drifting inside a half-awake dream. And in that stillness, a whisper began to emerge—not in sound, but in feeling… https://videopress.com/v/PV0lgEbQ?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&preloadContent=metadata&useAverageColor=true Photos and Written Blog Post: When the ForestContinueContinue reading “Video – When the Forest Whispers: Stillness, Symbols, and the Integration of Self”

When the Forest Whispers: Stillness, Symbols, and the Integration of Self

Silence sometimes whispers back when we listen. As I walked through the forest this morning, it was quiet—a peaceful absence in the trees. It felt otherworldly, like drifting inside a half-awake dream. And in that stillness, a whisper began to emerge—not in sound, but in feeling. Suspended between light and shadow, like the world itselfContinueContinue reading “When the Forest Whispers: Stillness, Symbols, and the Integration of Self”

Gnosis in the Thaw: Art, Awakening, and a Photography Walk by theLake

After a winter of creative silence, I’ve rediscovered why art truly matters—not to impress others, but to better understand and explore ourselves. As the spring cycle begins and the frozen ground thaws, a new perspective begins to emerge from the quiet of winter hibernation. I’ve been doing photography as a hobby since late 2019. LastContinueContinue reading “Gnosis in the Thaw: Art, Awakening, and a Photography Walk by theLake”

How Photography Helped Me Connect with My Inner Self [2024 In Review]

above: my 2024 top 4 picks As I reflect on 2024, I realize it was a year of profound growth and understanding. Toward the end, I didn’t get out as much to take photographs, but in that time of stillness, I began to grasp why photography means so much to me. What I truly feelContinueContinue reading “How Photography Helped Me Connect with My Inner Self [2024 In Review]”

My experience with Kava for Meditation

Kava Kava or Kava root has gained some popularity for a kind of alcohol replacement, even have a sprouting of Kava bars.  This seems to be because you get that super relaxed and calming feeling that alcohol can bring, but without the loss of mental capacity or a hang over for that matter. I gaveContinueContinue reading “My experience with Kava for Meditation”