Tag Archives: Wisdom

Beyond Comparisons to Unconditional Love

“If you compare yourself with others, you may become vain or bitter, for always there will be greater and lesser persons than yourself.” Words of wisdom from “Desiderata” by Mar Ehrmann. Comparisons are the beginning of a lot of frustrations and a … Continue reading

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Celebrate Differences

For the longest time, mankind and human societies have been too focused on exclusions. They defined themselves by what made them different from others – religion, race, language, culture and even cuisine. Today, there is a growing consciousness and advocacy … Continue reading

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Some Lessons on the Levels of Reality

Life on earth is ruled by natural laws: gravity, motion, forces and energy. Life among men is likewise governed by laws and principles: judge not and you will not be judged; forgive and you will be forgiven; give and you … Continue reading

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Perfect Love

One of the thrills there is in loving is the give and take in the relationship. It is such a pleasure to be able to give and do things for a loved one. And there is even greater pleasure when … Continue reading

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Traditions

I am a creature of habit. I like doing things the way I have always done them in the past. I love traditions and often become nostalgic of the past. I seek to put some degree of stability and predictability … Continue reading

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Fools For And With Christ

The call of Pope Francis to go out to the peripheries and serve those who are living in the margins and fringes of society have made him a hero in the eyes of many. But there are also those who … Continue reading

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Called and Chosen

He chose twelve to be His apostles to preach and to drive out demons. They were simple, ordinary folks. Mostly fishermen. All with strong convictions and character born out of the common and tough existence of the struggling poor. Empowered … Continue reading

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Stars And Magi

For as long as man has been on earth, he has always been looking up to the stars in awe, with wonder and with inspiration, for meaning and for guidance. Just as the Magi searched the skies for their star, astrophysicists … Continue reading

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Down In The Dumps @ New Year

Amidst all the Christmas and New Year festivities this year, I have been feeling rather down in the dumps. There were disagreements and misunderstandings in the family that caused a lot of hurts among us. I am missing those who are … Continue reading

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Wisdom And Wishes For The New Year

Christmas is a week gone and the New Year is upon us. Christmas was a time of gift-giving and goodwill. The New Year is a time of wishes and wisdom. The many postings on my Facebook wall attest to this. … Continue reading

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