Before the arrival of the Catholic conquistadors and the runaway Puritans, the continents of the New World were abloom with colorful, magical, mystical traditions. Honoring all […]
When we stop and listen closely, we can hear that little voice, and we know the right thing to do. But when we’re not careful, that […]
A novel steeped in symbolism and drenched in mythology, Moby Dick is always a fertile place to turn for a little poetic inspiration. Although oftentimes impenetrable […]
If there’s one thing that stands out when I think back on the philosophy courses I took at UCLA, it’s the voices of my professors. Sometimes […]
Mystics and gurus of India have been practicing yoga since around 3000 B.C. Sometimes I’m amazed by how popular the practice has become in Europe and […]
“Music,” says the English poet and playwright William Congreve, “hath charms to soothe a savage beast.” This famous and all-too-often misquoted line comes from the 1697 play, “The […]