How often do we notice the world around us? Really notice it. Whether it’s taking in the color of the leaves as they change from spring green to golden autumn hues, or simply being aware of what it feels like to exist as a physical human presence in the world, we…
The Jedi Community has always been an interesting place. Our group is still in its infancy, as the Jedi Path continues to change and shape and grow. But the community itself has not always been kind or welcoming to newcomers, or even veterans. People have been made to feel like…
Whether you’re a fan of the ‘There is no’ Jedi Code, or the ‘yet’ code, the relationship between emotion and peace is a core Jedi concept. Jedi are human and have emotions, but they can also make us unbalanced, subjective, and cause suffering. Yet, it is not the emotions themselves…
Human beings are terrible listeners. How many of you find you tune out when listening to others, or start composing what you are going to say next, or a counter-argument to what is being said while it’s being said? According to research, we only remember 25 to 50% of what we hear!…
This is an expanded lecture taken from Guardians of Peace In the Galaxy: Being An Ally as a Jedi. Jedi are charged with defending and protecting those around us. Unlike the fictional Jedi however, we rarely are asked to do this physically, or asked to give our lives or bodily safety…
I’ve had a tough time in the past few months, both on my path and in life. Stress at work derailed my usual meditation practice when I needed it most. I pulled away from people and resources that could help me work through my anxiety and concerns instead of remaining…
