Spirituality: Applying the Teachings
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GPS - God's Positioning System
I am happy to say I am still going for walks in the woods and I have learned another life lesson by doing so. I would like to share that with you now. We were let out early from class one day and when I went outside and felt the sun on my face and the temperature was high enough that I didn't Read More
Apr 13, 2012
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The Miracle Of A Broken Heart
It is my experience that the ancient teachings (God) come to me in times of my greatest growth and help me to understand that everything is in my highest good. I had the sublime and transformational experience recently of not getting what (or who) I really, really, really wanted. Read More
Feb 21, 2012
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Rehab Through Compassion
My father Roger Martinez Locke was a classical music professor at the Conservatory and the University of Puerto Rico, a professional clarinetist, early-music ensemble conductor, lecturer, etc. He was also a Renaissance man and walking encyclopedia of world history, culture and fine arts. Read More
Feb 17, 2012
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The Prayer Thief
I have stolen other people's prayers. I know, it sounds really bad. I mean, who steals prayers? Why would someone even want to steal another's prayers? I can certainly create my own and often do. But, before you judge me too harshly, I want to explain why I did it. I want to tell you the story Read More
Sep 10, 2011
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Just As It Is
This summer I have encountered many situations and events, which were invitations to look inward for a lesson I needed to learn or to visit a part of myself that was out of alignment and needed attention. I find myself in great gratitude for the teachings I have received which allow me to take a Read More
Aug 31, 2011
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Trying Is Dying
I never thought I had self-esteem issues, I mean, most of us compare ourselves to the images of beauty that are strewn all over the place, but I never doubted my real worth - or so I thought. Read More
May 12, 2011
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The Workshop Of Not Going To A Workshop
The other day I found myself in a different kind of space. I had just found out that a workshop I wanted to go to was being held and was already filled up. For the first time in six years, I was not able to go to this particular teacher's "play" shop. I must admit I was not comfortable Read More
Apr 22, 2011
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Ten Commandments For 2011
I have been contemplating how to rewrite the Ten Commandments using ancient philosophies and wisdom I have learned from my teachers. It is a starting point to raise our consciousness to higher levels necessary for the future. Read More
Jan 24, 2011
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Right Action
How do we live a life in which all activities are in harmony with pure intention? During this time of year, when so many are focused on the buzz of the holidays -- parties, gifts, and gatherings with loved ones -- exploring the life and teachings of a great teacher can help us to understand just tha Read More
Dec 21, 2010
