Idealization in the Psyche

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A core function of the human mind is dreaming, or imagining events that haven’t actually taken place. This can occur while sleeping, while bored during the day, while exercising, pretty much any time when your attention is free, this is possible for the mind. If you are intensely focused on something, for instance your breath, then the … Read more

Saraswati | Sarasvatī | सरस्वती

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Saraswathi is a Hindu goddess, part of the trinity with Lakshmi and Parvati; she is a representation of knowledge, music, arts, wisdom, and learning. The three forms of the female goddess assist Vishnu, Shiva, and Brahman their partners while they sustain the universe . The goddess is revered by Jains and Buddhists as well as Hindus. … Read more

The Wanderer, Part 13

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This story can be read alone, or as the 13th story of the wanderer series. Please see the first story here: The Wanderer, Part 1 or the latest story here: The Wanderer, Part 12 The sky was very dark and hazy, at first Tas was just walking along a lonely road, but he could recognize it. He … Read more

The Wanderer, Part 11

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Please read the first parts of the story here: The Wanderer, Part 1 The Wanderer, Part 2 The Wanderer, Part 3 The Wanderer, Part 4 The Wanderer, Part 5 The Wanderer, Part 6 The Wanderer, Part 7 The Wanderer, Part 8 The Wanderer, Part 9 The Wanderer, Part 10 Tas woke up comfortably, soft cushions … Read more

Questioning Faith

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“This is what happens when you give yourself to love completely, my son” the priest sighed, continuing to stare at the crucifix. His own distaste at the particularly vivid depiction was apparent. It was almost like Jesus was there. The boy, only eight, looked up again at the statue, hung over the altar in the … Read more