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Let’s Meet in New York…and FREE Meditation Video

Published on 2012-05-11 14:58:49

As you know, I’m working on writing / publishing a memoir based on my spiritual journey while deployed in Iraq, seven years ago. (I CAN’T BELIEVE it’s been that long!!). I’m traveling to New York at the end of May … Continue reading → > read more

Iraq Memoir: Spiritual Writing in Progress

Published on 2012-04-25 10:28:39

YOWSERS!!! (Who even says that… apparently me.) It’s been awhile since I last posted; however, I have been writing almost daily. SURPRISE! I’m working on a book. Oh, yes. And it has been it’s own emotional, mental & spiritual journey … Continue reading → > read more

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Published on 2012-03-11 17:39:38

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A Poem from 7 Years Ago: My Darkness, Despair, My Dreams

Published on 2012-03-03 09:48:26

I wrote this poem on March 18, 2005, nearly 7 years ago. For some reason, I feel this poem relates to many truth seekers, so I thought I would bare my soul to you once again. I was 21. Poem: … Continue reading → > read more

How Challenges, Creativity & Choice Means Happiness for You

Published on 2012-03-02 20:05:46

I love adventures and being spontaneous. For some reason the two bring out the creativity and productivity in me. Recently, out of the blue, I asked Acharya Shree Yogeesh, my spiritual master, if he wanted to do a 7 Day … Continue reading → > read more

How to Change Tip: Language

Published on 2012-02-26 17:18:01

Right now, I’m uploading a video for Acharya Shree Yogeesh’s 7 Day Meditation Series. While it is uploading to YouTube, I wanted to share with you a quick challenge to help you improve, actually drastically improve, your life. I always … Continue reading → > read more

Discover Meaning in your Life – Knowing your Why

Published on 2012-02-12 10:56:01

One of my main purposes in life is to help spread the teachings of my spiritual master and guru Acharya Shree Yogeesh. Because without Acharya Shree’s spiritual guidance in helping me transform my life, I wouldn’t be where I am … Continue reading → > read more

Horoscopes, Astrology, Psychics: Be in Control of Your Life

Published on 2012-02-05 10:38:33

When I was a 15 and 16, before interest in spirituality and self discovery came into my life, I was very much into Astrology and Psychics. Everyday, I would check on good ‘ole AOL  and see what the stars held … Continue reading → > read more

How Karma Affects our Life and What to DO About It

Published on 2012-01-25 13:00:54

Have you ever wondered why bad things happen to good people? Why bad things happen to you? Why you experience pain and suffering, when everyone else seems to be doing ok? Heard of Karma? Yep. What is Karma? Just to … Continue reading → > read more

Spiritual Challenging Times & Problems are GOOD for You

Published on 2012-01-18 22:29:01

Every aspect of our life is connected to spiritual learning. We learn about life through experiencing life, not just thinking about it. It’s very easy for the spiritual practitioner to get so focused on the spiritual journey, that they forget … Continue reading → > read more

Believe in yourself.

Published on 2012-01-10 18:00:59

One of my earliest struggles in life was learning how to believe in myself and specifically, believe in myself that I could be happy one day. When I was 17, all I wanted was freedom. Sure, freedom from parents, but … Continue reading → > read more

New Beginnings: Starting off on the right foot. Thank you 2011!

Published on 2012-01-02 14:57:51

Happy New Year HUGS to you. Welcome to 2012. Welcome to a new beginning. Quite often we rely on the change of a New Year to do some personal reflection, cultivate inspiration and motivation, and create our goals of change … Continue reading → > read more

Seeking Spiritual Friendship & Family Support on the Path

Published on 2011-04-08 09:43:39

Dear Truth Seeker, I love people. I’m sure you do, too. I love great spiritual conversations that can go for 3 hours at a time. I’m sure you do, too. I love spiritual group discussion. I’m sure you do, too. … Continue reading → > read more

Seeking Spiritual Friendship & Family Support on the Path

Published on 2011-04-08 08:43:00

Dear Truth Seeker, I love people. I'm sure you do, too. I love great spiritual conversations that can go for 3 hours at a time. I'm sure you do, too. I love spiritual group discussion. I'm sure you do, too. The question is, where are the people to t > read more

Monkhood & Enlightenment

Published on 2011-03-11 08:44:41

Dear Truth Seeker, I’ve returned from my California trip and back at the ashram and retreat. It was a nice week, but am very happy to be back.Last week, I posted a blog on 5 Reasons I became a Monk. … Continue reading → > read more

Monkhood & Enlightenment

Published on 2011-03-11 08:44:00

Dear Truth Seeker, I've returned from my California trip and back at the ashram and retreat. It was a nice week, but am very happy to be back.Last week, I posted a blog on 5 Reasons I became a Monk. Of course, these were not the top reasons why I be > read more

5 Reasons I said “Good-Bye World” and Became a Monk

Published on 2011-03-05 22:13:13

Dear Truth Seeker, I am presently writing from a Catholic Convent during my travels in California. I know I have promised to write about my experience of being blind, but that will have to wait for now. I need to … Continue reading → > read more

5 Reasons I said "Good-Bye World" and Became a Monk

Published on 2011-03-05 22:13:00

Dear Truth Seeker, I am presently writing from a Catholic Convent during my travels in California. I know I have promised to write about my experience of being blind, but that will have to wait for now. I need to come from a certain state of being t > read more

Losing my Senses (P.2) – Attitude of Gratitude to Overcome Life’s Challenges

Published on 2011-01-20 07:35:46

Dear Truth Seeker, In my last blog I began to share with you a life transforming experience that happened to me. It was in early November 2010 that I did some intense sadhana which included fasting, silence, many hours of … Continue reading → > read more

Losing my Senses (P.2) - Attitude of Gratitude to Overcome Life's Challenges

Published on 2011-01-20 07:35:00

Dear Truth Seeker, In my last blog I began to share with you a life transforming experience that happened to me. It was in early November 2010 that I did some intense sadhana which included fasting, silence, many hours of meditation and mantras, and > read more

Losing my Senses (P.1) & A New Journey of Self Discovery, a New Year

Published on 2011-01-04 12:21:00

Dear Truth Seekers, Happy New Year! I have a really strong feeling that this year is a year of personal & spiritual transformation for you and myself. Even before the New Year, "something was in the air", and to the retreaters I discussed this s > read more

Happy Diwali - A Time for Soul Awakening

Published on 2010-11-03 00:00:00

The next 3 days are very significant for spiritual awakening. It is a special time out of the year where the energy becomes "super magnitized". So, when we do spiritual practices like silence, fasting and mantras, it "works way more" than usual. The > read more

My First Three Meditation Experiences. Meditation. Simplified.

Published on 2010-10-22 00:00:00

Meditation is a practice that takes time and patience to develop.  Meditation also happens when there are no expectations. Today I'd like to share with you my first meditation experiences that weren't so "peaceful, relaxing and wonderful" and a rece > read more

5 Meditation Preparation Techniques - Meditation. Simplified.

Published on 2010-10-01 00:00:00

In the last entry, we went over 5 things to consider before starting a meditation practice: the reasons why, time commitment, distraction, location, and support. In today's blog, I'll explain 5 meditation preparation techniques that you can start doi > read more

5 Things to Consider Before Starting a Meditation Practice

Published on 2010-09-17 00:00:00

Learning how to meditate is like going to college. Although inspired to learn, you have to be committed to learn. Completing college, or learning how to meditate, is not always so easy. The benefits come after patience, discipline and determination. > read more

Meditation. Simplified: Beginning Meditation, What is It?

Published on 2010-09-09 18:58:00

Deep down within you is something very special. It is full of aliveness and knowing. It allows you to experience life. Without it, your body will be lifeless. This special thing within you is called the soul. It is actually who you are. Because the > read more

Celebrating Two Years of Monkhood

Published on 2010-09-07 08:32:00

It was two years ago that my life really changed forever. There was no turning back. There was only the opportunity to look forward into the unknown. Quite scary but also exciting, I fulfilled my deep desire to become a monk. It was two years ago, I > read more

Acharya Shree Yogeesh: Birthday 2010

Published on 2010-09-03 06:48:00

Acharya Shree Yogeesh's Birthday was last Saturday, August 28th, so I thought to post my speech from that day. Read more... > read more

Letting Go of Expectations on the Spiritual Path

Published on 2010-08-13 09:35:00

Expectations are one of the greatest hindrances to spiritual seekers. As we start our spiritual path and learn about others’ experiences (and they sound very cool!), we begin to have expectations for our own path. The questions subtly come up, “W > read more