I have said in the past that fear has no place on the Jedi Path. This statement can be read in an absolute fashion, and we all know the saying about absolutes. The Jedi approach to fear is a more nuanced one. Sooner or later, we will all feel fear.…
As Jedi, we often talk about, or hear the phrase “Become One with the Force.” But what does that mean? There are many ways to define the Force: some see it as a higher power, others a metaphor for human potential. Many see it as the unifying energy of the…
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…
Originally posted on JediLiving. 1. Stay True to Your Word “Easy it becomes to be false in big things, if false you are in small ones.” – Yoda Do what you say you will do. It is really that simple. Don’t promise anything you aren’t comfortable with. If you really…
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…