Learn about the enneagram, the 9 personality types it proposes, and the power of learning this typology. We cover what it means to have a…
You’ve consumed stimulants and depressants throughout your life, often without understanding their opposing impacts. When you drink coffee, your nervous system accelerates; with alcohol, it…
Learn what Spiral Dynamics Stage Blue is, why it appears, when it appears, and how to healthily integrate it in your life. This stage of…
Let’s continue this Worldviews series with an in-depth look at the Integral worldview. Though this isn’t one of the main worldviews currently active in the…
In this article, we’re going to cover the key aspects of the postmodern worldview. This worldview has been active in a significant percentage of the…
Let’s talk about shaping behavior in the classroom, using social learning as our approach. Walk into any classroom at 9:00 a.m., and you’ll find students…
In this article, we’re going to cover the key aspects of the modern worldview. This worldview has been among us for the last 300 years…
Let’s talk about using attachment theory to understand friendships, particularly those we form in college or higher ed. We’ve all read books and watched movies…
This article on psychospirituality is going to be particularly relevant to those of you who have participated in my coaching or classes and those who’ve…
In this article, we’re going to cover the key aspects of the traditional worldview. This worldview has been among us since the beginning of human…
This is part 2 of my essay on Mystical Easter. You can find part 1 via this link. I pick up from the end of…
If you think that a profile pic in your dating app is insignificant – we’re here to change your mind. According to Flure, 90% of…
In this essay, I discuss metaphysical Easter. What is Easter? This is a very profound question. What I want to show you in this essay…
Living with chronic pain is more than just a physical struggle; it deeply affects mental well-being. When pain persists over time, it can lead to…
Surviving cancer is about finding a way to adapt to a new reality, which presents an emotional burden that many aren’t prepared for. In fact,…
In this article, we discuss the symbolism of Lent. I want to look at Lent not as a phenomenon of fundamentalist Christianity, but as one…
In this article, I present my model for the 5 Levels of Being, giving detailed descriptions of the levels as well as methodologies for deepening…
Let’s discuss the meaning of Easter eggs, since we’re getting close to the annual Christian festival. I want you to realise that Easter eggs aren’t…
Ever wondered why some people release stored trauma quickly, while others struggle for years? Is it simply personality, or is there something deeper at work? …
How Simple Breathing Techniques Can Help You Calm Your Mind and Body When we think of breathing techniques, we probably imagine something very complex, such…
Let’s talk about how modern meditation is in a mess, and how you might like to avoid most current forms of meditation if you really…
Yoga is meant to bring balance, flexibility, and inner peace. It is one of the best and easiest ways to ensure sound mental health as…
Anxiety is difficult to deal with, as are the ups and downs of anxiety recovery. It’s a challenging road, filled with setbacks and pitfalls, but…
Let’s discuss the benefits of meditation for seniors. In other articles, I discuss the benefits of meditation, the science behind it, and so on, but…
Psychology is more than a subject of study. It is a tool that shapes thoughts, behaviors, and relationships. A deeper understanding of it can improve…
In this article, we cover the extremely important topic of negative self-talk and depression: how they are linked, the power of negative self-talk in maintaining…
Let’s discuss the benefits of silence in relationships. There’s a long-held belief that couples who don’t talk to each other are at risk of drifting…
Let’s talk about the principles of how to live fearlessly. We’re going to discuss many facets of fear and how it operates in our life,…
Let’s discuss how to create a peaceful workplace. In high-pressure careers, stress is inevitable. Deadlines, workplace conflicts, and constant demands can create an overwhelming environment…
If you don’t want to settle for mediocrity, in this episode we’re going to talk about mediocrity, what I think is its main cause, and…
In this article, I want to give my take on progressive Christianity and how it is likely to differ from the Christianity that has predominated…
In this article, we’re covering non-dual awareness: what it is, what it is not, the three levels of non-duality, some inspiring descriptions of it, and…
Let’s talk about personal purpose and the impact it can have on our life. In other articles, I’ve addressed the topic of what personal purpose…
Let’s discuss reframing negative self-talk, using a method I call awareness first. In other articles, we’ve spoken about what negative self-talk is and given many…
In this article, I want to explain how to forge success from nowhere. I’ll share a method I’ve used many times, sometimes knowingly, sometimes unknowingly,…
Here are 10+ ultra-common examples of negative self-talk. I hope that reading these general examples helps you to identify your own negative self-talk patterns and…
Here we look at the Grit Grid, a simple scoring system created by Angela Duckworth to measure our level of grit, which she has found…
Let’s discuss the topic of money and mindset. I want you to realise that our relationship with money is deeply psychological and subjective. When discussing…
Let’s talk about negative self-talk: what it is, how it affects us, how to become aware of it, and how to detach from it. If…
Let’s talk about the power of persistence. At plenty of points in my life, I’ve come up against repeated discouragement. Times when it felt like…
In this article, I want to talk about the Enneagram as a tool for ourselves and clients. What I’ve come to appreciate is that the…
Let’s talk about the topic of practicality vs passion. Do we really have to choose one or the other in our career life? I don’t…
In this article we’ll cover the key Joseph Campbell archetypes that appear in the Hero’s Journey. After studying the Hero’s Journey and observing how it…
Action, Milestones & Purpose, and Kicking Ass Let’s discuss the parable of the three bricklayers. We’ll start by introducing the parable itself. Then we’ll get…
What are self-motivated goals? Why are they important? What makes them special from other kinds of goals? How can you know if you’re setting them?…
In this article, we’ll discuss non-dual therapy and some of the key principles underlying this approach. I’ll share my thoughts on how non-dual awareness can…
In this article, I want to talk about the true reason for Christmas. Of course, this implies that there are false reasons for Christmas, and…
In this article, I want to discuss the meaning of the birth of Jesus from post-rational, mystical perspective, along with how this perspective both includes…
What is the Enneagram 9w1 personality type? What are its key traits, strengths, weaknesses and fears? We’ll answer these questions in this article. This is…
Having been successful in many pursuits, I’ve always understood the mundanity of excellence behind the high-octane, show-stopping, manufactured moments on TV and social media. I’ve…