Getting needs met

We had a nice group of people this Wednesday. It was a small group yet the willingness to allow spiritual growth was evident. Our topic was about getting one’s needs met. In this busy world we live in it is important to remember to stay centered and assure that our needs get met. It may…

Guilt and forgiveness

Another small gathering this week but one of insight and spirit. Our topic came from Melody Beattie this time. It was on choosing to feel guilty. How empowering it is to make a choice. Why do we choose to hold on to guilt when it does not serve us? Guilt can be used in a…

Walk the Talk

Our small gathering this week resulted in a reading from the Elders on living the truth. Not just talking about it. Sometimes to know my truth, I must take action despite my fear of “looking bad” or being awkward. Action seems to be the one sure way of knowing who I am or what I…

More on Gratitude

This week our topic was eclectic to say the least. There were many spiritual topics coved in the delightful and insightful group conversation. The meditation reading was on gratitude. In our busy, fast-paced life, we often experience frustration and changes we were not expecting. Life can be challenging and disappointing at times. Gratitude is a…

The Spirit within

This week’s 12 step Alternative meeting was small but remarkable. We read from the meditation book of Elders. It was about looking at what is on the inside of people instead of only looking on the outside. Spirit is inside everyone and if we get in touch with our own spirit we can connect with…

Temporary Closure

Due to no group participation, I am closing the 12-step Alternative group on Wednesday evenings from 6:30 to 7:30 PM at Barjon’s Books, temporarily through the holiday season and will resume in January. Hope everyone has a safe and wonderful holiday season. Please come join me next year and make 2023 a year of higher…

Love and Riches

Last week’s 12-step Alternative group was small yet powerful. The topic was taken from the “Meditations with Native American Elders: The Four Seasons” written by Don Coyhis. For November 16 the theme was about how riches cannot replace peace and love. It would be wise for people to teach their children about time spent with…