Steph's Creative Chaos
"There are nights when the wolves are silent and only the moon howls.” ~ George Carlin We’ve all had those nights; nights when logic and reason abandon us to those thoughts that we usually keep locked up deep in the untouchable places of our minds. You know the thoughts I’m talking about. The kind that... Continue Reading →
“They say that love is the fundamental core of the universe. They were wrong. It is not love that is the lynchpin of existence. It is desire.” ~ SSHenry Have you ever known desire? Have you ever felt the pure unadulterated yearning; that all encompassing searing of the soul that is the heart of love,... Continue Reading →
"Sometimes it is difficult to understand why certain things have to happen in our lives. What may be even more difficult to believe is that everything; no matter how seemingly unfair or painful; is part of the larger picture a picture that is being created by a skilled and talented artist who knows exactly what... Continue Reading →
There is a moment; a moment in time when everything falls into place and it doesn't matter what you believe. Suddenly you know, and the knowing makes all of the difference. It all makes sense; all of it. Everything that you've been railing against finally slips into its niche and you can see for yourself... Continue Reading →
THE MAGIC OF MANIFESTATION Wouldn’t it be marvelous if you had a magic wand? Some sort of device that – if used properly – would bring you exactly what you want a la Harry Potter? Just swish and flick and bingo, it’s yours! Did you know that you actually possess the ability to do just... Continue Reading →
You probably know the story of the chrysalis effect – how the lowly caterpillar transforms itself into the soup of possibilities out of which emerges the butterfly with its capacity to fly. But every butterfly cats a shadow, for being a butterfly comes with a price. What is the first thing that comes to mind when... Continue Reading →
It seems as if I have spent my life waiting… Waiting for those rushes of energy and emotion, of unadulterated experience that the universe always seemed to throw at me with such reckless abandonment; rushes so intense that I can’t think of anything but what is happening and everything else takes a backseat – almost... Continue Reading →
Mastering the Emotional Storm Surge: Five Steps to Emotional Mindfulness There are moments in everyone’s life when, no matter how mindful you are of your surroundings; no matter how determined you are to be rational; a passionate wave of emotion seems to sweep you away. Anger; fear; lust bitterness; the emotion itself is not important. ... Continue Reading →
There was a cricket in my basement last night. I know, because I heard him singing. There are spiders in my basement too. In fact, there are studies that have shown that you are never more than ten feet away from a spider (some studies say three feet). Luckily I am normally able to go... Continue Reading →
Are You Looking for Answers? For those who are feeling the urge to begin living an authentic life, chances are that you are feeling a bit frustrated. After all, you know that you want something more. You know that you are ready for the next step in your journey; for your soul’s next big adventure. ... Continue Reading →
In today’s world living authentically is quite the challenge. Part of the challenge - indeed a good bit of it - is in dealing with a society that encourages conformity almost to the point of worshipfulness. Oh don’t get me wrong, we have plenty of choices when it comes to purchases; to styles and entertainments;... Continue Reading →
Christmas is in the air. The houses are decked out with twinkle lights and the stores are packed with shoppers scrambling for last minute Christmas gifts. There are ornaments on the trees and wreathes on the doors. We talk of Santa and reindeer and sleigh rides and serve up eggnog and fruitcake to our guests... Continue Reading →
We are all have personal power; we were born with it. It is our right, our heritage as spiritual beings; as individuals with a direct connection to our divine self. So why is it that so many of us suffer from a lack of personal power? First, let’s get something clear, by personal power I... Continue Reading →
Anyone who has been exposed to modern spirituality for any length of time is sure to have encountered the phrase that “you are making your own reality.” I’ve spoken with countless people, who support or argue as to whether or not this is possible and I am always fascinated with their interpretation of the phrase. ... Continue Reading →
Full Moon Meditation; The Fruit of the Tree of Knowledge You come to me; filtered through the branches of my apple tree; a silvery orb of forbidden fruit that fills my soul with wonder and leaves her clarity on my tongue. Fruit of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil could not be... Continue Reading →
You! Yes you, there, the one standing on the edge of the abyss! No, don’t look over your shoulder, I’m not standing behind you. How could I be? There’s a sheer cliff face behind you. No, it doesn’t matter where I am – would you knock it off? It doesn’t matter who I am, it... Continue Reading →
If I told you what it takes to reach the highest high you'd laugh and say nothing that simple, but you've been told many times before messiah's point you to the door though no one's got the guts to leave the temple. ~Pete Townshend Saving the world is a thankless job. Ask any messiah and... Continue Reading →
We are a society obsessed with calories regardless of whether they are nutritional, intellectual, or spiritual. We have diet soda, calorie free snacks, lite beer, thought free entertainment and substance-free beliefs. Instead of choosing those things that hold the most nutritional value, most people pick what tastes good or has the best packaging or is... Continue Reading →
There comes a point in the life of certain caterpillars, when they have eaten enough; when enough nutrients have been stored, then the caterpillar reaches begins to spin a silk pad on a leaf or twig and proceeds to hang itself upside down from this pad. Slowly it begins to molt its outer skin, leaving... Continue Reading →
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