Health and Wellness and the Common Good
In every society, health and wellness are not merely individual pursuits—they are shared responsibilities that reflect the moral and social fabric of a community. While wellness is often framed in personal terms—how we eat, exercise, rest, and manage stress—its deeper … Continue reading Health and Wellness and the Common Good
Time Is Not the Healer—Community Is
The concept of time is one of humanity’s most enduring constructions. Yes, the Earth rotates around the Sun, but science tells us it doesn’t take exactly 24 hours. The time it takes for the Earth to complete its daily rotation … Continue reading Time Is Not the Healer—Community Is
“North, Abroad a Great Journey”
Introduction My spiritual journey has been a tapestry of faith, grace, and transformation. It has not always been easy—there were moments of silence, uncertainty, and waiting—but in those spaces I learned to listen to the gentle voice of God calling … Continue reading “North, Abroad a Great Journey”
Be well, Be loved, Be free!
From an early age, I was suicidal. My memory takes me back to around the age of ten, when a casual attempt to join my parents in conversation ended in a violent eruption. A blow to my face sent me … Continue reading Be well, Be loved, Be free!
Will the Circle Be Unbroken
Maya Angelou often spoke about the sacred threads of connection that bind humanity together. In her poem Human Family, she wrote:“I note the obvious differences in the human family.I’ve sailed upon the seven seas and stopped in every land.I’ve seen … Continue reading Will the Circle Be Unbroken
The Circle as a Feminine Archetype: Wholeness, Healing, and Rebellion in Women’s Writing
Abstract This essay explores how women writers across generations have reclaimed the symbol of the circle as a metaphor for continuity, collective memory, and resistance. From the ancient archetype of the womb to the modern woman’s consciousness, the circle becomes … Continue reading The Circle as a Feminine Archetype: Wholeness, Healing, and Rebellion in Women’s Writing
Behind Closed Doors: Breaking the Silence of Family Secrets During the Holiday Season
We live in a world of shame that teaches families to keep secrets, forcing victims of sexual assault and abuse to stay silent. For many survivors, victims, and silenced family members, the holidays are not a season of peace and … Continue reading Behind Closed Doors: Breaking the Silence of Family Secrets During the Holiday Season
A Trail of Tears, Trail of Despair
In 1962, the movie “How the West Was Won” premiered, starring John “Duke” Wayne, James “Jimmy” Stewart, Henry Fonda, and many other top-name actors of the time. The movie, which was one of the most popular of its day, largely … Continue reading A Trail of Tears, Trail of Despair
A Circle Yet to Be Formed
In honor of Native/Indigenous Heritage Month We must get back to seeing each other. History is the reason for the present, and that is an undeniable fact. We find ourselves in a critical moment where national tensions are high and … Continue reading A Circle Yet to Be Formed
Three-Fifths 