Am I too sensitive? How your intuition invites healing
Students who are drawn to spiritual study often find themselves to be coined “too sensitive.” It’s true – we are deep feelers, thinkers and might be impacted by the tides of life more dramatically than others. While sensitivity can be a sign of an intuitive or creative nature, it can sometimes feel like a curse…
Read MoreCan you Forgive without an Apology?
Over the month of September, the amazing team at Training in Power Meetups have shone an in-depth light on the topic of Forgiveness. This is no small feat, as there are many dimensions to what it means to truly forgive, beyond how we may have used the words “I forgive you” to keep the peace.…
Read MoreReaching for your noble self in troubled times – part 2
This summer we are sharing a profound mini-workshop, Reaching for your Noble Self in Troubled Times, created by Senior Faculty member and President of the Training in Power Academy, Vals Fauquier . Following up from last month’s first instalment, this month she deepens of her exploration of the topic, accompanied by a guided meditation to…
Read MoreReaching for your Noble Self in troubled times – Part 1
Senior Faculty member and President of the Training in Power Academy, Vals Fauquier, shares a profound mini-workshop she has developed surrounding what she calls our “Noble Self”. Below is part 1 of her exploration of the topic, accompanied by a recorded meditation for you to deepen your own exploration of this divine aspect of you. …
Read MoreDon’t comb the mirror – be the change instead!
Originally posted in 2021 as “be the change and go deeper” we found it timely to share this article again as a reminder to our inner power in the face of what we’d like to change. Enjoy! “Be the Change you want to see in the World” – Mahatma Gandhi This powerful quote has found…
Read MoreThe wisdom behind your strangest dreams
Last night I had the strangest dream… Do you ever wake up saying this? In the haze of the first minutes of opening your eyes, when for a flash that dream makes total sense until…pop! You’re awake, scratching your head, wondering what was that and what the heck does it mean!?! I’m given a rose…
Read MoreEnjoy the Lemonade and Pay it forward!
A sure sign of spring ahead – a lemonade stand! My 8 year old daughter and I were taking a walk in our neighbourhood when we came across two small kids at a makeshift lemonade booth, offering us a refreshing cup for sale. Too bad we weren’t carrying any money! Their mother stepped up and…
Read MoreKindness is a Reflection of the Soul
Patty Ferris is a senior member of the Training In Power Academy, a public speaker and educator. As this month’s guest blogger, Patty shines a light on the importance of kindness and how we might live it out in the world. It’s struck me lately that the world could use some more kindness. But what…
Read More2025: What’s your YES?!
I had an incredible experience on the last day of 2024 that offered a message of “yes” for the New Year. I’ve had a severe shellfish allergy since my early 20’s, making one of my favorite foods – sushi – unavailable to me for many many years. I’ve recently moved to a small tourist town…
Read MoreRage to Courage: Transforming anger with heart
Been feeling angry lately? Irritated? I know I have. As a spiritual person, I’m always reaching for the love, but I find I can only reframe so many times until I have to stop and admit it: the rage is real! Anger can be provoked in many ways, from opening my news feed, getting cut…
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