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A perfect day…

A last hike before the snow is coming to cover the ground at 1700 meters. The air is sharp and clear, cold winds, but the sun is still strong enough for perfect moments in the Now. Standing on a mountain, … Continue reading

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Questions of Life

You always say I do not accept your path. Are you sure that you are accepting it ? Questions of Life are a tool for reflection. Let the question be with you and go deep. Make note of the answers.

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Questions of Life

You always say I judge you. But is it really me who is judging you ? Questions of Life are a tool for reflection. Let the question be with you and go deep. Make note of the answers.

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October Morning

by Paul I left my apartment this morning, and the sky was clear and very large. There was a very thin sliver of the moon Faintly emerging from the bluish background. All the sounds around me were part of it, … Continue reading

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Questions of Life

You always say there is nothing to do. But are you really doing nothing ? Questions of Life are a tool for reflection. Let the question be with you and go deep. Make note of the answers.

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The ardent alchemist

The bellows fan the fire. Metal is not the only thing being purified by the heat.

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Lumen de lumine

I always liked this mantra Lumen de lumine Deum de deo Deum verum de deo vero Its the “Credo” of catholic liturgy, based on the Nicene Creed. Light from light, god from god, true god from true god. Listen to … Continue reading

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Questions of Life

You always say there is nowhere to go. Is it an excuse to stay where you are ? Questions of Life are a tool for reflection. Let the question be with you and go deep. Make note of the answers.

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Wisdom from the smiling sage

Question : How does one get rid of fear ? Ramana Maharshi : What is fear ? It is only a thought. If there is anything besides the Self there is reason to fear. Who sees things separate from the … Continue reading

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The wisdom of Rumi

If you want what visible reality can give, you’re an employee. If you want the unseen world, you’re not living your truth. Both wishes are foolish, but you’ll be forgiven for forgetting that what you really want is love’s confusing … Continue reading

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