By Stephen Russell-Lacy In a world filled with information, with knowledge at our fingertips and opinions filling every corner of our devices, it can seem as if we’re more enlightened than ever before. But are we? What if our understanding — of life, of truth, even of ourselves — isn’t quite what it seems? What if … Continue reading 6 Reasons Why I Get Things Wrong
By Stephen Russell-Lacy What is enlightenment? It’s a word we hear often—in spiritual talks, in books, even in casual conversation. And at its heart is a simple image: light. When we say, “The light dawned,” or “She threw light on the matter,” we’re speaking in metaphors—but ones that point to something deeper. Light shows us the … Continue reading What is enlightenment?
By Stephen Russell-Lacy We can’t all escape to a cave and spend our days in silent contemplation. Life doesn’t wait. The dishes need washing, emails need answering, and worries—well, they never quite go away, do they? Our constant desire for certain outcomes—comfort, success, recognition—often brings anxiety. Why? Because when these desires are blocked or threatened, we … Continue reading How do I get enlightened?
The origin of the spirit of Christmas is the historical birth of Christ. Religious teachings can be expressed in a dogmatic manner so that any universal relevance or spiritual depth is lost. And so many people today are not Christian believers. However although they do not worship Jesus Christ, this doesn’t stop them appreciating the Christmas … Continue reading Spirit of Christmas for the non-believer?