TheUpWardLook

Look to Jesus. Make straight paths for your feet… The man who is nearest the Lord is the man who waits for Him as one who waits for the morning….The Lord has an interest in all the work you are trying to do for Him. Do not worry. The day of trust is in our […]

TheUpWardLook

On cultural diversity, mindfulness, and creative process.

Here in the Philippines, where the sun kisses the pristine beaches and the breeze carries stories from a thousand islands, cultural diversity is not just a concept; it’s a way of life. My homeland, this archipelago of diverse communities, traditions, and languages, is a testament to the richness of human culture. As I walk through […]

On cultural diversity, mindfulness, and creative process.

Classroom Debates: Where Learning Meets Laughter

Classroom Debates: Where Learning Meets Laughter Education is serious business, or so they say. But who ever said that learning couldn’t be fun? In the realm of alternative schooling and education, classroom debates provide a unique opportunity to engage students in lively discussions while sprinkling a healthy dose of humor into the mix. So buckle […]

Classroom Debates: Where Learning Meets Laughter

Our Dreams are Closer Than We Think & Other Imperfect Art

Our Dreams Are Closer Than We Think, paper collage, 2023 Have no fear of perfection – you’ll never reach it. Salvador Dalí I tend to be a perfectionist at most tasks I set my mind to, and collage is no exception. While the most enjoyable and most freeing moments of my collage practice are those […]

Our Dreams are Closer Than We Think & Other Imperfect Art

The Significance of 1st and 2nd Samuel, 1st and 2nd Kings in Contextualizing the Israel-Hamas War

Introduction: Oct. 7, 6:30 am, on the final day of the Jewish festival of Sukkot, Israel was subjected to a sudden and coordinated surprise attack by Hamas militants. The attack involved air, sea, and ground assaults. Thousands of missiles were launched from Gaza into Israel, causing widespread destruction and terror. Armed Hamas fighters breached fences, […]

The Significance of 1st and 2nd Samuel, 1st and 2nd Kings in Contextualizing the Israel-Hamas War

A Year of Self-Care: Daily Practices and Inspiration for Caring for Yourself (A Year of Daily Reflections)

Price: [price_with_discount](as of [price_update_date] – Details) [ad_1] Give yourself the gift of self-care using simple daily exercises Gain a more positive outlook and improve your overall sense of well-being with this supportive and inspiring guided journal. A Year of Self-Care will lead you through 365 simple, thought-provoking exercises created to help you stay committed to … Read more

A Year of Self-Care: Daily Practices and Inspiration for Caring for Yourself (A Year of Daily Reflections)

Turning to God Even When Our World Turns Upside-down

1 Then Job answered and said: 2 “Oh that my vexation were weighed,     and all my calamity laid in the balances! 3 For then it would be heavier than the sand of the sea;     therefore my words have been rash. 4 For the arrows of the Almighty are in me;     my spirit drinks their poison;     the terrors of […]

Turning to God Even When Our World Turns Upside-down

Unlocking Creativity and Engagement: The Power of Project-Based Learning

Project-Based Learning: Unlocking Creativity and Engagement in Education In traditional education, students often find themselves sitting in rows of desks, passively absorbing information from textbooks and lectures. However, there is a growing movement towards alternative forms of schooling that prioritize active learning and student engagement. One such approach gaining popularity is project-based learning (PBL). This […]

Unlocking Creativity and Engagement: The Power of Project-Based Learning

Truths about being single

THE TRUTH ABOUT BEING SINGLE ‘What people don’t realize is that some people are single in this generation because they are healed, which makes them incompatible with trauma bonds. Unfortunately, trauma bonds are the template of our culture at this time. Those who choose peace over trauma will have difficulty in relationships because most people […]

Truths about being single

Ego

Richard Rohr says “the ego knows itself by comparison.” I’m so tired of my ego. I’ve missed so many learning opportunities, rich friendships, and new experiences due to my ego. Always evaluating and comparing, always threatened. I’ve had hundreds of hours of therapy over 30 years, and I still wrestle with my ego. She is […]

Ego

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