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"God," Language, and Evocative Meaning: An Integral Conundrum
INTRODUCTION Let me start by reiterating that I am absolutely passionate about Ken WIlber's work and it's implications. This article is a continuation of my Contemporary Theology article that began to express my discomfort with... More »
Julian at Kripalu
I am really excited for my Big Sky Yoga Integral Mind-Body Transformation Workshop at Kripalu next weekend! It's June 27th - 29th . I would love to see you there... Here's the blurb: Julian Walker... More »
Simply Put #4
There is magic but it's not supernatural. Myths do have meaning but they are not literal. Interior depth is the crucible of spiritual life. We stay on the surface when we define spirituality in ways... More »
Call to Depth: Part One
I am enamored of depth, for the sake of depth. Complexity, nuance and substance are beautiful, soulful in and of themselves. Depth also unfolds more meaning. Greater meaning as a layered tapestry not only of... More »
Simply Put #3: Intention & Surrender
This is a continuation of the series below. Here's the text for Simply Put #3. Please sit for an additional 5 or 10 minutes in your own inquiry at the end of the video. Offered... More »
Simply Put #3
My 21st Century Spirituality model is an attempt to offer a contemporary alternative to old world religious metaphysics and new age magical thinking. As such the model asserts three key principles: * critical thinking (and... More »
Simply Put #2: Meditation Video
See below for the commentary and text of Simply Put #2. If you can, sit for an additional 10 or 15 minutes in your own inquiry-based meditation after the video ends.
First Commentary for Simply Put #2
Simply Put #2 "Everything is relative" is an absolute statement that contradicts itself. That perceptions vary is a powerful truth that helps us to take the position of others. The important recognition of relative perception... More »
Simply Put #2
My 21st Century Spirituality model is an attempt to offer a contemporary alternative to old world religious metaphysics and new age magical thinking. As such the model asserts three key principles: * critical thinking (and... More »
Simply Put #1: Meditation Video
This is a 7 minute guided meditation based on Simply Put #1. In order for this to qualify as inquiry-based practice, I would encourage you to sit for at least a few more minutes, perhaps... More »






