Category Archives: Life Lessons

Starting Point

Posted on June 1, 2010 by mcallister

We are all familiar with the metaphor of water finding the easiest way downhill. It always seeks the lowest level, flowing naturally to find the fastest route to the sea. When it meets a boulder this means going around it, … Continue reading →

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Navigation

Posted on May 15, 2010 by mcallister

by Alan McAllister, CCHt PhD-phys This spring I took a long cross-country trip with my daughter, which introduced me to the joys of GPS navigation. I’ve always been a map person, give me a destination and a decent road atlas … Continue reading →

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Feed the Body by Feeding the Soul

Posted on April 15, 2010 by mcallister

In Europe in the Middle Ages, or India still today there are people who follow the calling of the Spiritual life, who are supported by their community. Their focus on the Spiritual is considered a service to the community and … Continue reading →

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Reflections of Beauty

Posted on February 1, 2010 by mcallister

Remembering beauty. A vision of nature, a sky, an animal, vast mountains or a few snow flakes. A work of art that you saw, or heard, or felt. A dance or sport that you lost yourself in. A child or … Continue reading →

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Balance in Creativity

Posted on January 15, 2010 by mcallister

Imagine that you are planting a seed in moist fertile soil. You stick your finger into the ground and make a small hole, you drop in the seed, add a little water and cover it over. The seed is received … Continue reading →

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