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.…
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…
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…
Originally written for JediLiving. First understand that there are different levels of acceptance. This isn’t an all or done sort of thing. Understand that acceptance doesn’t mean passivity. Acceptance does not equal inaction. Just because you accept your boss is a jerk and accept that is who they are, doesn’t mean…
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…
Originally written for 365 Jedi by Opie Macleod. Everyone is a Critic. “Don’t lose track of the praise even in a stream of constructive criticism. Or vice versa.” – Luke Skywalker More so in this day and age. The ease of putting out content and the ease of people being…
