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- posted a comment on licoricestcklady's blog - The Blessings of Life - A Birthday Reflection.
- posted a message A new compassion video in the Compassionate Living group.
- replied to the message The story of a sign in the Compassionate Living group.
- posted a message Posting with Compassion in the Compassionate Living group.
- replied to the message Though for the day in the Compassionate Living group.
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- University of Vermont
- Dartmouth College
- Plymouth State College and Syracuse University
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- www.CompassionSpace.com
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- US Marines
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- Though for the day submitted See Who Boomed This
- Mad as Hell submitted See Who Boomed This
- 8 Affirmations to Move Past Pain submitted See Who Boomed This
- Lillian's Heaven submitted See Who Boomed This
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About Me
I have been trained as an educator, counselor, and scientist but after a published mini-biography of me labled me as a mystic I began to reidentify myself. It was only after several more years of intense searching that I began to see myself as a modern mystic - and have some sense of what that meant. But I also know that such a term is just a "label" and one the doesn't fit well into today's culture.
My current work, and life, is dedicated to understanding and teaching the development of compassion. Getting to the point where I could put most of of a full week's efforts in this direction has taken me the better part of 25 years. Throughout history the lives of mystics have been difficult. It is not an easy path, but I wouldn't change anything I have experienced. I have been fortunate to be part of many peoples movement from suffering into a sacred sense of well being.This is facilitated within a radiant compassionate space that has direct and observable effects. The more I share this space the more I am continually changed. This idea of "passing it on", and that compassion can be expanded, is also what I attempt to share with others. I guess it has "become me".
I have two wonderful adult children and a wife who has been with me since 1971. There is also deep gratitude for the gifts and the happiness in my life. I greatly enjoy being creative, deeply spiritual and radiantly compassionate, and I am thankful for all opportunities to share these. I am humbly grateful to God for my life in a way that brings tears.
Below is a link to a research survey on compassion. Please take the time to complete it and then pass it on to others.
http://www.compassionspace.com/Compassion_Survey_Research.html
I am open to personal messages with comments, or questions, that have to do with compassion. If there is something in my blogs that is not clear please send me a PM! Or join the compassion group and expand the dialog.
New Blog - The Helping Relationship Tree
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In my last blog I mentioned that I was immersed in this new Theory of Compassion Development. Since t More…
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Questions & Answers
Are you saving for retirement?
Yes, regularly
What are you buying at the farmers market?
Seasonal fruits & vegetables
Who is the first person you would tell if you won $500?
My partner
If you were a contestant on Jeopardy what would be your dream trivia category?
compassion
Who are your heroes?
voices of compassion
Are you looking for a new job?
No, I'm retired
What is your favorite family dinner?
Fresh picked fruits and vegies
What kind of trip would you love to take in Italy?
Rent an Italian villa with my friends and/or family
What would you buy if money wasn't an object?
Help people in need
Who is the most interesting person you have ever met?
The next person I meet
What do you typically do on a Saturday night?
Anything romantic with my spouse/partner
Now that you are over 50, what are you doing that you never thought you would?
Starting a movement toward a culture of compassion
What is your favorite type of music?
Classical
What is your dream vacation?
Immersion in a new culture (with a good friend)
What organizations do you belong to?
Hospice, AARP
How is your garden doing this season?
Blooming & gorgeous
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