The world has been exposed to quite a lot in the start of the year… global climate continues to degrade, war rages on in exhaustion, and the pandemic remains a purveyor of uncertainty. Though the effects of these daily negative forces zap our energetic prowess, we cannot let them extinguish the indomitable human spirit. A reminder of our history indicates that through peril, the human existence still prevails. And though most of the victories may not have been earned by beautiful intervention, we can assert that just as the lotus can only blossom through the dark, murky, and uncomfortable… so do WE. We remain steadfast in our actions and mindful in our practices to support not only our individual clarity and growth but that of our fellows, our people, our unified spirits.

In matters of the mind and the selfless act of mindfulness… we practice Metta. Unconditional adoration for the human spirit, for our planet, for the Universe. For all of the negative forces we hold space unequivocally for sweetness and light. The practice of Metta meditation is a wonderful awareness for others. We speak of words that elicit warm-heartedness with the most mindful and purest intentions. The strength of these intentions are not limited to any particular family, religion, or social class. It is an extension of ourselves and gradually extends to the well-being and happiness of EVERYONE and EVERYTHING.

photo: Caroline Alarcón Loor