Category Archives: Inspiration

Hugging Yourself

Posted on April 16, 2013 by mcallister

I had a dream recently, in which an old friend and I met and gave each other a hug. It was a deep, long hug; a sharing of presence and being with each other, like melting into sleep. The body … Continue reading →

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Nurturing Inspiration

Posted on February 15, 2013 by mcallister

In this season on the edge between winter and spring, the seeds are stirring deep under the earth, the first shoots beginning to rise upwards. Even the mightiest tree begins this way, as a powerful impulse of life-force that has … Continue reading →

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Shedding Ego

Posted on February 3, 2013 by mcallister

When I was first studying t’ai chi, there was a period when I took a train and walked several miles across the city to get to class. Some weeks I was tired, sore, or feeling slightly ill, but I learned … Continue reading →

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A New Breath

Posted on January 2, 2013 by mcallister

Take a slow deep breath. Savor the feeling of oxygen flowing into your lungs. Relax and let it flow out, easily, effortlessly. Give yourself another breath, becoming aware of the flow of life force that comes with it, opening yourself … Continue reading →

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Creating Space for Spirit

Posted on November 15, 2012 by mcallister

The most powerful thing you can do is give something your attention. If you can give it your pure and undivided attention miracles happen. Attention is divided by objects that divide our focus and by our own thoughts and mind. … Continue reading →

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