Make the Mind Your Friend

by | Feb 27, 2013 | Dogs, love, Relationships, Soul | 28 comments

Today, for the first time, my mother’s dog and my cat will meet. The prospect of this makes my mouth dry and my heart pound. I want them to be friends, so that we can spend time together as a family. Even more importantly, if my cat, Arjuna, could spend the days I...

The Beloved’s Playlist

by | Feb 13, 2013 | Devotion, love, Service | 35 comments

I awaken with a quiet lethargy. It tugs at me like a lead weight pulling me deep into the ocean. But I rise from my bed, do my spiritual practice, and head into the world. I drive to the grocery store, and on the way, the weight bears down again. After a week of...