Category: Meditations
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The Real Roots and True Meaning of Holding Space
The next time you hear someone dismiss “holding space” as just another trendy buzzword, remember this: what some call a modern wellness fad actually has deep, sacred roots in Indigenous cultures worldwide. Long before it hit Broadway or wellness circles, Naåtive American Council Circles, African Ubuntu gatherings, and Aboriginal Yarning Circles were practicing the profound…
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I’ve Owned a Mirror My Whole Life, Thanks
by Edmund J. Janas, II Among my father’s Jewish broker and his family, I was seen as Polish/white. Help came naturally, even with talk of taking my company public in the late ’90s. Later in life, when our money took flight—partly from my overextending to take care of everyone, even folks who wouldn’t help me…
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Memory
A Poem by Edmund Janas, copyright 2024 Memory. Memories run deeper than childhood,Etched in our atoms, finer than mother’s recipes –Even if she’s long gone, her essence lingers, triggers,Prompts and molds us from dark, unknowable places. Fears, dreams, loves, hates – unspeakable volumesOf lives, loves, losses, victories across time and tongue.Suffering, joys – stories told…
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Wars by Edmund J. Janas, II
Edmund Janas’ free verse poem “Wars” explores the harsh realities and lasting impacts of combat from the perspective of caring for a veteran father haunted by nightmares. Through visceral yet artful language, it depicts the violence of the battlefield as well as the psychological trauma soldiers carry home. The poem condemns glorifying war from a…
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Embracing the Power of Self-Validation on Valentine’s Day
Celebrate Valentine’s Day by embracing the power of self-validation. Reflect on your accomplishments and celebrate the journey, no matter how your family or society views it. Find peace in knowing that you are never truly alone on this special day.
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The Late Bloomer Phenomenon: Exploring Success Stories and Tips for Late Bloomers
This article explored the phenomenon of the “late bloomer”, with a particular focus on the current Prince of Wales, Prince Charles III and how the long life of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, delayed his ascension to the throne of England. We discussed some other notable examples of late bloomers like Steve Jobs, J.K. Rowling…
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Little Troubled Black Boy
by Edmund J. Janas, II In Loving memory of his eldest brother, Obediah Swift, III who passed away in his sleep on December 28, 2022 Little Troubled Black Boy What of the little black boy, alone to fight against this world? Will they even mourn properly for him? Because that’s all they see. In years…
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A Beauty All Around
by Edmund J. Janas, II (Brego) that which is observable and true is beautiful to me data is beautiful food is beautiful bread is beautiful coffee is beautiful truth is beautiful discourse is beautiful nature is beautiful
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The Benefits of Learning to Think for Yourself
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] We live in a time where it’s all too easy to follow the crowd. Everyone’s got an opinion, and sometimes it feels like if you’re not taking sides, you’re being left…