by jlouden | Nov 1, 2011 | Favorites
Such a basic question. Such a powerful question. We commit to people, causes, projects, ways of being with our words – the vows we take, the promises we make – and those words create the aim for our actions. Words are powerful and clarity is crucial....
by jlouden | Oct 20, 2011 | Favorites, Uncategorized
Today’s post is by my friend Anne DeMarsay. We met in 1992 when she attended one of my very first workshops. She is amazing. She allowed me to share her take on Gil Scott-Heron’s famous poem and wanted you to read this first: Gil Scott-Heron wrote his song...
by jlouden | Oct 18, 2011 | Favorites
Why does this global wave of demonstrations (951 cities in 82 countries this weekend) matter to you, right now, today, in your office or home, reading this? Because it is calling you to ask yourself “Do I want to create a society based on selfishness and...
by jlouden | Oct 14, 2011 | Favorites
You know that moment when your soul’s curtain parts and you see – with searing clarity – a life long pattern as if for the first time? Oh of course you thought you knew this pattern – and you did – but you didn’t. You knew it like...
by jlouden | Oct 13, 2011 | Favorites
One of my friends and teachers is Eric Klein. He is simply brilliant. I learn something from him almost every day. The clarity of his heart and mind shines through in everything he offers. Eric helped me find the focus that is Savor & Serve. I am blessed to share...
by jlouden | Oct 11, 2011 | Favorites
One Acknowledge that you want to. Feel into the ache in your heart or the tug in your belly. Bow to your desire. Maybe your desire is to educate girls, end under-earning, heal veterans, open a dialogue between warring neighbors, stop bullying in your kid’s...