An empath is a person who has the ability to feel the emotional state of another individual. There are many different types of empaths, however, Heyoka empaths may be the most spiritually attuned of them all. What is a Heyoka? 'Heyoka' is a Native American word meaning ‘sacred clown’ or…
I don’t want to start this piece by describing today’s society to you. You can see it for yourself. If you're young enough not to know the difference, it won’t seem strange to you. If you, like me, are old enough to have lived in a different time, today’s society…
We all feel lonely from time to time, however, persistent loneliness appears to be on the increase. This is especially true of the younger generation. There are several factors that may be causing this increase among the younger generation, including changes in the way we live and the increased use…
Negativity seems to have no place in the age of self-actualization. We're all striving to keep negative thinking out of our lives. Many invest all their energy in trying to cultivate a positive mindset. We all know how fragile the balance is to maintain, and we are often concerned with trying…
Star children are children that come into this world seemingly wise beyond their years. They are full of compassion for all entities in the world and may have a particular connection with animals, plants, and Mother Nature. According to New Age spirituality, these children do all that they can to…
What causes depression? Is it something that you’re born with? Is it a chemical imbalance? Is it lifestyle-related, or is it your experiences? Depression and other mood disorders are very complex, and what causes them is still not entirely understood. It's become increasingly clear in recent years that the relationship…
Have you noticed that some of the most intelligent and deep thinking individuals out there fail to be happy? They may have a loving life partner, family, and be successful in their job; yet, there is something that occasionally makes them feel alone, sad, and discouraged. As Ernest Hemingway said,…
