Monthly Archives: April 2014

Communities Beyond Borders

“In separateness lies the world’s great misery, in compassion lies the world’s true strength.”  Buddha Diane Dreher’s last blog about healing communities is, partly, the inspiration for this meditation. If I were to reflect on the kind of art that … Continue reading

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The Healing Power of Community

“Wise leaders depend upon their people, Without whom they are lonely exiles. When the parts are separated, There can be no harmony.” Tao Te Ching, 39 These days too many heartless corporations treat people like replaceable parts. In an atmosphere … Continue reading

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Inspiring Community

Who taught you to read and write? How did you survive the moments of loss or disappointment in your childhood?  Who took care of you when you were sick or needing special attention? Many years ago I went to one … Continue reading

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Where Do You Find Community?

“The Tao leader creates harmony Reaching From the heart To build community.                               Tao Te Ching, 49 I rarely see my neighbors. They back their cars out of their garages each morning as they leave for work, then open the … Continue reading

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The Importance of Community

“We are birthed into sangha, into sacred community. It is called the world.” Adyashanti Sometimes it takes a short journey away from home to rediscover the importance of community. Last week I went to the library as I was looking … Continue reading

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