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Accepting Change and the Yin-Yang

Posted on July 13, 2023 by Diana Rankin

Change is difficult for many of us to accept. Too often change means loss and in our Western culture we’d rather only experience that which makes us happy. We want the up without the down. The seemingly opposites of life … Continue reading →

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When Heartbreak Hits

Posted on July 5, 2023 by Diana Rankin

So many people are going through a rough time right now, good people who deserve all life’s goodness, but must deal with painful circumstances—the death of loved ones, serious illnesses, betrayal, financial problems, and a host of other trials life … Continue reading →

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July 4th Let Us Remember

Posted on July 3, 2023 by Diana Rankin

As we come to July 4th, let us remember why we celebrate. We celebrate the passage of the Declaration of Independence by the Continental Congress on July 4th, 1776, so that— As we come to July 4th, let us remember … Continue reading →

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Quan Yin and Compassion

Posted on June 22, 2023 by Diana Rankin

“You wish to speak with me?” Quan Yin spoke and her voice sang like cool water flowing over smooth stones. “Oh Goddess, Bodhisattva of Compassion, I wish to have more compassion and less judgment of others,” I said. “Compassion comes … Continue reading →

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Phillip’s Wisdom on Commitment

Posted on June 15, 2023 by Diana Rankin

Diana: Speak to me of commitment. Phillip: Commitment may begin with the excitement of the new. But, commitments are made only after the fire of the excitement is long past. For example, commitment to healing far surpasses the excitement of … Continue reading →

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Creating the Blue Feather

Posted on May 27, 2023 by Diana Rankin

In workshops, I’ve often challenged people to find a blue feather. It’s a way to convince ourselves that we do create what we want. There are two stories I tell when assigning the blue feather task. The first story is … Continue reading →

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On the Way to Grace . . . Chopping Wood and Carrying Water                                      

Posted on May 21, 2023 by Diana Rankin

I guess I should have known the day wasn’t going to go as I planned when the first thing I saw when I stepped out onto the deck Sunday morning was a red tail hawk taking flight from my backyard … Continue reading →

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Morning Meditation

Posted on May 16, 2023 by Diana Rankin

In my morning meditation, I begin with a prayer, first of gratitude—a thanksgiving for life and all that has been given to me—and then I ask for healing, for myself and for everyone who has asked me to include them … Continue reading →

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Irish Queen Maeve and the Fairy

Posted on May 9, 2023 by Diana Rankin

In ancient times, there lived a great warrior queen, Maeve by name. It is said that she was a goddess before men made her a mere mortal. At least they gave her the title of queen. No one would have … Continue reading →

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Silence and the Music of the Human Voice

Posted on May 3, 2023 by Diana Rankin

I love silence. I love the peaceful quiet of my home in the early morning hours before the world is awake. I love the quiet steady hum in my vehicle with the radio off and the windows rolled up. I … Continue reading →

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