The profound nature of art and truth is that what’s meant to be about someone else often feels like it’s written just for us, holding a mirror to our own soul. That’s the gift of true connection—even the darker ones we share as souls. I think that’s part of what agape love truly is: notContinueContinue reading “Solar Return 46: Threadbare Elegy”
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When Giving God the Glory Hurt Me—And Taught Me to Love Better
For a long time, I struggled with the phrase, “Give God the glory.” My mother used to say it constantly, especially during moments when I longed for her gratitude. As her full-time caregiver, I poured myself into serving her, yet she never thanked me—only God. It drove me crazy. Why couldn’t she see my efforts?ContinueContinue reading “When Giving God the Glory Hurt Me—And Taught Me to Love Better”
Alan Watts and the Evolution of Faith: A Personal Journey
More than two decades ago, my most active spiritual teacher and closest friend, whom I lovingly call Master Roshi, introduced me to the works of Alan Watts. At the time, I was at a crossroads—a place where my relationship with faith felt strained, weighed down by the inherited dogmas that no longer aligned with myContinueContinue reading “Alan Watts and the Evolution of Faith: A Personal Journey”
Staying the Course: Lessons in Discipline, Faith, and Choosing Love
This morning started with a sense of clarity. As I woke up, a single thought repeated in my mind: “Stay in your lane.” It wasn’t just about sticking to my goals. It was a gentle reminder to trust God’s timing and not get distracted by fleeting emotions or the noise around me. I reached forContinueContinue reading “Staying the Course: Lessons in Discipline, Faith, and Choosing Love”
Biblical Mysticism vs. Spiritual Deception: Walking the Path with Discernment
The idea of exploring the Bible through a mystical lens can be both inspiring and challenging. On the one hand, biblical mysticism invites believers into a profound and transformative journey of union with God, grounded in Scripture and marked by humility and love. On the other hand, the Bible warns of the dangers of spiritualContinueContinue reading “Biblical Mysticism vs. Spiritual Deception: Walking the Path with Discernment”
Christ Consciousness: The Misconceptions, the Dangers, and the Biblical Truth
At the Twin Tree Project, we base our spirituality on the authentic principles of Christ Consciousness—a concept deeply rooted in humility, love, and spiritual transformation as taught in Scripture. Our mission is to deconstruct the myths and rigid dogma often associated with organized religion, recognizing that human-made constructs can obscure the purity of Christ’s message.ContinueContinue reading “Christ Consciousness: The Misconceptions, the Dangers, and the Biblical Truth”
Egoic Hatred and the Projection of Shame: A Closer Look
In the process of sharing ideas that challenge people’s deeply held beliefs, I’ve encountered an interesting phenomenon: egoic hatred. Some of the feedback I’ve received has accused me of spreading “lies” and suggested that my perspectives were born out of the “shame of my own sin.” While the initial instinct might be to laugh thisContinueContinue reading “Egoic Hatred and the Projection of Shame: A Closer Look”
The Fracture of Belief, Continued: Ego, Dishonesty, and the Triumph of Truth
Since publishing my last post on The Fracture of Belief, I’ve had a chance to reflect deeply—both on the ideas I shared and the responses I’ve received. Among the feedback were moments of resonance, where readers connected with the message. But there were also challenges, criticisms, and even a few outright rejections. To my surprise,ContinueContinue reading “The Fracture of Belief, Continued: Ego, Dishonesty, and the Triumph of Truth”
The Fracture of Belief: How Suppressed Discernment and Political Disillusionment Break the Human Mind
What happens when the foundation of your belief system collapses? When the narrative you’ve trusted—about politics, society, or even your place in the world—crumbles, leaving you disoriented and desperate for answers? For many people, this kind of reckoning feels less like an awakening and more like trauma. It’s the kind of trauma that fractures theContinueContinue reading “The Fracture of Belief: How Suppressed Discernment and Political Disillusionment Break the Human Mind”
Sunday Sessions: The Quiet Journey of Spiritual Maturity and the Challenge of Resistance
Have you ever encountered someone so convinced of their own “wisdom” that they dismissed anything outside their understanding as foolish or wrong? Someone who, rather than engaging thoughtfully or with curiosity, sought instead to control the narrative—to shut down dialogue and assert themselves as “right”? It can be unsettling, even frustrating, to come across suchContinueContinue reading “Sunday Sessions: The Quiet Journey of Spiritual Maturity and the Challenge of Resistance”
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