Shifting Worries into Wonders: Finding Joy in My Cousin's Legacy
My amazing cousin Jesse Jones, I was helping to get him ready for being honoured as one of the carvers on 1 of the 6 poles raised in Skidegate 2001. I dressed him in my regalia, it was a moment I will never forget. He didn't want me to take his picture, but I am so grateful I did.
A Friendly or Hostile World; Which Do You Choose to Live In?
In the realm of wise questions, one in particular has left an indelible mark on my life: "Do you live in a hostile or friendly universe?" This profound inquiry shaped a mantra that I carry with me to this day, a mantra that has been a guiding light through some of the darkest periods of my life.
Comfort Zone: Friend or Foe?
As we journey through the complexities of life, embracing imperfection and expanding our comfort zones become catalysts for profound growth and self-discovery. It's a transformative process that requires us to confront doubts, embrace courage, and navigate the dual fears of stagnation and change.
Balancing Truth and Kindness: The Path to Living Honestly
Life is a complex tapestry, and within it, truth and kindness each wear dual faces, like two sides of a coin—sometimes bright and clear, sometimes shadowed and mysterious. They're powerful forces, capable of revealing or concealing, of liberating or deceiving. Truth can light our way or cloud it, and kindness can be a genuine, empathetic gesture or a veiled attempt at validation.
In this intricate dance between the two sides of truth and kindness, we find a fundamental quality: honesty. Honesty acts as a bridge, connecting these dual forces and harmonizing their often contrasting expressions.