Change the Story, Change the World
“I tell you this to break your heart, by which I mean only that it break open and never close again to the rest of the world.” ~ Mary Oliver, New and Selected Poems, Vol. 2 Photo by Omer Salom on Unsplash Continue reading
"Sometimes what you really love in life is so unique and so yours, that nobody else on the planet will understand it. And once you bring it out, it becomes something so powerful and so beautiful." ~ Eduardo Shimahara Don’t let the noise of others’ opinions drown out your own inner voice. Have the courage to follow your heart and intuition. And above all, do what you love. This film is dedicated to the memory of Eduardo Shimahara - your words live on through us all. It features: Eduardo … Watch video
It’s easy to forget how impactful the daily, ordinary moments of our lives can be. Sensei Koshin Paley Ellison, Zen teacher, psychotherapist, and president of the New York Zen Center for Contemplative Care shares what a door person in his building said that moved and reminded him of the impact our most ordinary activities have on others. This month, we invite you to notice how you move through the world, how and when you “fully participate,” and/or bring love to your daily activities. What do … Watch video
Beloveds, I'm taking part in a Kilt Walk to raise funds for the restoration of Findhorn's beloved Sanctuary and Community Centre, recently destroyed by fire, as many of you will know. Every penny I raise will be topped up by 50% thanks to the generosity of Sir Tom Hunter and The Hunter Foundation. Would you be happy to sponsor me, please? Your gift, small or large, means the world to us, and demonstrates new story gift ecology in action. Yesterday was Day 1 and included a pilgrimage around The … Continue reading
Then said Almitra, Speak to us of Love. And he raised his head and looked upon the people, and there fell a stillness upon them. And with a great voice he said: When love beckons to you, follow him, Though his ways are hard and steep. And when his wings enfold you yield to him, Though the sword hidden among his pinions may wound you. And when he speaks to you believe in him, Though his voice may shatter your dreams as the north wind lays waste the garden. For even as love crowns you so shall … Continue reading
"The entire planet Earth is our beloved. At this moment in the world, love of the planet Earth is as urgent as love in individual life." This Valentine's Day, Satish Kumar shared an inspiring message of love and trust for this moment in time. Satish Kumar is a Findhorn Foundation Fellow, who recently appeared on the 2021 list of the 100 Most Spiritually Influential Living People published by Watkins Mind Body Spirit magazine. He is a former Jain monk and long-term peace activist, who has walked … Watch video
In this short teaching video from the Plum Village, Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh talks about how to cultivate the Four Elements of True Love, also known as The Four Immeasurable Minds or The Four Unlimited Minds: Maitri - friendship; loving kindness Karuna - the capacity to understand and alleviate suffering through compassion Mudita - sympathetic joy Upeksa - non-discrimination; equanimity; inclusiveness Together, the cultivation of these four transformative qualities helps to alleviate the … Watch video
The Little Candle: A Christmas story written for my grandchild Samsara Menuka.... ~ Pierre Pradervand “Ye are the light of the world.” Matthew 5:14 "Give light, and the darkness will disappear of itself." Desiderius Erasmus Once upon a time, there was a land where all the inhabitants were candles. There were candles of all kinds, shapes, sizes, and appearances. There were wedding and funeral candles, tall candles as dainty and svelte as ballet dancers, short candles with thick waistlines … Continue reading
Then a plowman said, “Speak to us of Work.” And he answered, saying: You work that you may keep pace with the earth and the soul of the earth. For to be idle is to become a stranger unto the seasons, and to step out of life's procession, that marches in majesty and proud submission towards the infinite. When you work you are a flute through whose heart the whispering of the hours turns to music. Which of you would be a reed, dumb and silent, when all else sings together in unison? Always … Continue reading
Ian Turnbull introduces us to his latest creation adorning the ceiling of the Nature Sanctuary at Findhorn Ecovillage. Enjoy his lovingly shared artistic depiction of the relationship between the heavenly bodies of moon and sun as they continually love and care for our planet. Watch video
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