by Beth on November 29, 2009
The principle of compassion lies at the heart of all religious, ethical and spiritual traditions, calling us always to treat all others as we wish to be treated ourselves. Compassion impels us to work tirelessly to alleviate the suffering of our fellow creatures, to dethrone ourselves from the centre of our world and put another [...]
by Beth on November 8, 2009
In every culture, in every society, in every tribe, city, religion, philosophy, point of view, we have one central thing on which we say we fully agree. We already have the most powerful tool ever created, that can change our world forever. We must wake up and actually use it. Those of us who are [...]
by Beth on September 11, 2009
On Sept. 11, in memory of all innocents who have died as a result of nationalist arrogance and religious intolerance.
I am loving our discussions of will, surrender, and spirituality. By “coincidence,” I happened across this additional point of view this morning (truly, this was entirely by accident). What are your thoughts?
From Playing for Change – a multimedia movement created to inspire, connect, and bring peace to the world through music:
by Beth on March 28, 2009
For the first time in history, people of all ages, nationalities, race and background have the opportunity to use their light switch as their vote – Switching off your lights is a vote for Earth, or leaving them on is a vote for global warming. WWF is urging the world to VOTE EARTH and reach [...]
by Beth on January 17, 2009
by Beth on November 6, 2008
Dear Brother Obama, You have no idea, really, of how profound this moment is for us. Us being the black people of the Southern United States. You think you know, because you are thoughtful, and you have studied our history. But seeing you deliver the torch so many others before you carried, year after year, [...]
by Beth on October 12, 2008
Yesterday, I posted Part One of Starhawk‘s call for saving our civilization from the catastrophic effects of climate change, effects that are already upon us. In today’s final part, she offers “a few short, short, short lists to help get us thinking about what priorities we should push for…” Meltdown Strategies: A Few Short ListsPart [...]
by Beth on October 11, 2008
As you know, on Saturdays and Sundays, I offer the words and visions of others. Today I give you Part One of a very important essay by Starhawk. As you consider the upcoming elections (including the Congressional ones), I hope you’ll consider carefully your priorities. We know this may be the most important election of [...]