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…
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…
Originally posted on 365Jedi. It is an unfortunate reality that there are times when we are faced with improper behavior. There are people who are leeches. They seek to suck and drain those around them. The Jedi Community, like any other, is not immune to these type of people. If…
In Revenge of the Sith, Yoda tells Anakin to deal with his fear by saying, “Train yourself to let go of everything you fear to lose.” In some ways, Yoda is correct, that fear and attachment are often tangled up together. When we are afraid we cling to what we know,…
