Monthly Archives: September 2010

The ardent alchemist

Posted on September 9, 2010 by Michaela

Have you ever seen an apple holding on to a tree ? When the time has come it is following it’s calling and leaves, ready to turn into something else. Do you really think you are any different? Life may … Continue reading →

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On the Sofa with Jerome

Posted on September 9, 2010 by Angelika

An exchange between Jerome and Angelika A: Good Morning, Jerome! How are you? J: Good morning.  I am wondrously blessed!  May I add that when I say or write that in response to that question, I consider to whom I … Continue reading →

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Our charming little ways…

Posted on September 9, 2010 by Michaela

Letting go is a process. Letting go means to become aware of the way we are used to do things and decide to do it differently. Letting go does not mean to just stop doing something – it means a … Continue reading →

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Let nothing upset you…

Posted on September 9, 2010 by Michaela

God alone is enough Let nothing upset you let nothing startle you. All things pass; God does not change. Patience wins all it seeks. Whoever has God lacks nothing: God alone is enough St. Theresa of Avila (b 1515 d. … Continue reading →

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The martyr’s crown

Posted on September 8, 2010 by Michaela

Fidelio is Beethoven’s only opera and he wrote it under considerable  difficulties. In a letter he mentioned that this opera will surely win him a “martyr crown”. Beethoven has been such a teacher on this journey. From the windows of … Continue reading →

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The ardent alchemist

Posted on September 8, 2010 by Michaela

“In statu nascendi”  is a term used in chemistry to explain the state some elements are in, when they have just released their connection with other elements. In this state they react much better,  change fast, and are much more … Continue reading →

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After Satori arises Samsara, after Heaven ensues Hell

Posted on September 8, 2010 by Michaela

By Michaela and Geli A: As Eckhart Tolle and many other spiritual teachers point to,  consciousness wants to awaken on this planet. What is an evolutionary impulse for mankind,  is certainly quite a challenge to each human being. Unlike the … Continue reading →

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The wisdom of Rumi

Posted on September 8, 2010 by Michaela

“Out beyond our ideas of right-doing and wrong-doing there is a field. I’ll meet you there.”

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On the sofa with Sheila

Posted on September 8, 2010 by Michaela

Conversation between Sheila and Michaela M: Hi Sheila. Good morning. Or rather Good evening to Southern California How are you ? S: Hello, Michaela. I am doing very well. I took a vacation day and was off today….enjoying some free … Continue reading →

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A mass for the spirit

Posted on September 7, 2010 by Michaela

A prayer coming out of absolute of stillness The ‘Missa solemnis’ is considered to be one of Beethoven’s most profound creations. Composed only a few years before his death, approximately around the time of the 9th symphony, Beethoven himself considered … Continue reading →

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