Memoir of Beryl Donald Paullin Introduction April always brings to the forefront the memory of my late father, Beryl Donald Paullin, who was born on April17, 1927. Yet, if you knew him, you’d understand why even reminiscing about his vibrant Read more
AI and Religious Scholarship: Exploring the Parallels in Constraint and Interpretation What does it mean to interact with infinite concepts through a finite medium? Both AI models and religious scholars operate within this paradox, attempting to interpret the complexities of Read more
Again: Unlocking the Hidden Potential of Human Proprioception and Energy Fields What if your body possessed an extraordinary sense beyond what we commonly understand? What if proprioception, often thought of as simple spatial awareness, wasn’t just about knowing where your Read more
In a meditation on 1987 I was presented with quite the conundrum. There is no so-called “other” in cosmic consciousness, and when we experience that Sublime state, we can only laugh at the limited perception of the other, and the Read more
Proprioception, the body’s energy field, mother earth’s energy field. Humans, and other species, have many capacities that are rarely accessed, except when extreme stress or challenges are being faced, or as an unexpected gift of perception, and hard to re-experience Read more
How Pets Help Us Connect with Our Best Selves Imagine a companion who neither judges nor gives unsolicited advice yet manages to draw out the most authentic, vulnerable, and admirable parts of who you are. For those who share their Read more
All that you see, and will ever see, unto eternity, is yourself.. How will you see yourself today? We all have walked down a roadway, gazing into windows, and seen our reflection in a strategically placed mirror, or unexpectedly reflective Read more
Underdog! Trauma and its lifelong effects is the biggest bully humanity will ever face. Who has not loved the story of an underdog who overcomes trials to accomplish great things? And who does not like the story of a bully Read more
Show and Tell Lessons From the Dunce Chair Standing in front of the classroom during “Show and Tell” was one of my earliest opportunities to share something about myself. Back in first and second grade, however, my enthusiasm far outpaced Read more
Unlocking Creativity and Friendliness Through Self-Understanding Are friendliness and creative ability related in any way? Can you be genuinely friendly and not be creative? Why is it that some individuals easily access their creative spirit and exude gregariousness, while others Read more
My Life–When Life Gives you Tangerines My Life, The 1993 movie starring Michael Keaton, and the 2025 Netflix mini-series produced in South Korea called When Life Gives You Tangerines have dealt with childhood bonding and development issues in unique, and Read more
Aristotle AI, and Me: The Dialogue of Reason and Revelation What began as an exchange between a human seeker and an AI named Aristotle quickly unfolded into a profound exploration of truth, existence, and the essence of reality itself. Here, Read more
The Quiet Crisis of Early Childhood Bonding Disruptions What shapes the foundation of a soul? Beyond genetics and biology, the earliest moments of nurturing and connection leave an indelible mark on the emotional and psychological blueprint of a developing human Read more
Your grief is a deeply personal experience—sacred, singular, chaotic, and overwhelming. It unravels life’s intricate patterns, exposing threads of joy and sorrow alike. Yet, even amid this unraveling, life begins to weave anew. Over time, this new fabric will form, Read more
Understanding the Three Identities of the Self : A Path to Integration, Enlightenment, and Harmony Who am I? This timeless question echoes within each of us, stirring a longing to understand the layers that make up who we are and Read more
Oh, evil’s shadow boxer, when will you ever retire? Tis champion of a lonely dream world to which you aspire. Stop resuscitating dead illusions with mental pugilist blows, And a peaceful mind will replace the confusion you now know. Read more
The external world is not a neutral space but a mirror reflecting the depths of our inner selves, both individual and collective. Reality, as we perceive it, is never objective—it is filtered through the lens of our conditioning. Yet within Read more
Confronting Perception A Journey Toward Truth What if our reality isn’t as objective as we believe, but rather an intricate mosaic painted by personal biases, past experiences, and unexamined beliefs? Perception is the lens through which we engage with the Read more
Reflections Beyond the Mirror What do you see when you glance in the mirror? At first glance, it may seem like a simple tool. The polished surface captures what others see every day, reflecting back your physical form in vivid Read more