“Romantic Love” evokes associations of valentines, violins, and soft music and knights in shining armor – for some people. For others, it raises the question “Aren’t we too sophisticated for that today?” It is unfortunate that a few popular symbols of what people like...
NURTURING THE SOUL When I think of nourishing the soul, I think of nurturing the ability to respond positively to life — that is, the ability to sustain passion for our interests, values, and projects. I believe that the worst of all spiritual defeats is to lose...
We have all heard the observation, “If you do not love yourself, you will be unable to love others.” Less well understood is its parallel. If you do not love yourself, you will have a hard time believing that anyone else’s love could possibly be genuine. If you cannot...