Dear Ones, You who offer a kind word, lend a hand to help, champion the disenfranchised, accept the broken and wounded, offer compassion like water on a hot day, march to spread awareness, call for social justice, write to plea for fairness, fight for the health of the planet, protect the smalls, rescue the […]
Author Archive | Adele Ryan McDowell
“What You Missed That Day You Were Absent from Fourth Grade” by B.A. Modlin
Do read this fabulous poem. This is (or was) Krista Tippett’s (of On Being fame) email signature as a new personal favorite. I think you will agree. It’s quite wonderful! What You Missed That Day You Were Absent from Fourth Grade a poem by Brad Aaron Modlin Mrs. Nelson explained how to stand still and […]
Deep peace to you
This traditional Gaelic blessing is both meditation and prayer to me. The cadence and rhythm of the words moves me into a place of stillness and expansiveness. In our topsy-turvy, fast-paced world, may I offer you this bouquet of soulful words. Deep peace, deep peace of the running wave to you; Deep peace of the […]
Take god care
It started simply enough, a run of the mill typo. Instead of signing off with my usual “Take good care,” I had missed an “o” and written “Take god care.” I noticed right away, but opted not to correct my mistake. This was fun and, besides, I look for messages and meanings in almost everything […]
3 lessons of revolutionary love in a time of rage
This 22-minute TED talk by the poetic, passionate, and inspirational Valerie Kaur is a wow! She makes her case from the birthing room to the world stage. This is worth your time and attention. I am a fan. And, perhaps, just perhaps, her words and perspective will help soothe our collectively ragged hearts. Go gently, […]
Why we all need to practice emotional first aid
Anyone who knows me, knows that I have a saying that I use quite frequently. And the saying is, “You have to feel to heal.” With that in mind, let’s look at how we tend to our tender emotions. I love a good TED talk and this one is worthwhile. Guy Winch talks emotional first […]
What happened to my epiphany?
What happened to my epiphany? I just had it. I know it was here. It had lit up my mind and thumped my heart with excitement. It has been with me a mere few days, and, now, it is gone. It has vamoosed and high-tailed it out of my life. I am heart sick. I […]
My winter of quietude
I have earmarked the next three months of winter and early spring as a time of rest, reflection, rejuvenation and deep breathing. Yes, I will continue to tend to my 3D world and professional responsibilities, but it is time to air out the innards and reorganize my being. I have no wild get-up-and-go plans, but […]
Happy New Year !
Go forth with gusto
“When I dare to be powerful – to use my strength in the service of my vision, then it becomes less and less important whether I am afraid.” Audre Lorde This is one of my very favorite quotes. Just reading it empowers me. If it resonates with you, may it serve you well as […]
