by Rick Baldwin | Feb 9, 2023 | Spirituality
Human life is characterized by duality, which defines our distinct nature. Our spiritual heritage, particularly the Biblical narrative of “tasting the fruit of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil,” places us firmly within the realm of mental opposites. While it...
by Rick Baldwin | Dec 20, 2022 | Spirituality
In the silence of our being, our true nature is revealed. This silence is the essence of all things we perceive—everything we see, hear, feel, and experience. In this silence, there are no labels, judgments, or concepts. In it, you are not defined by the names you...
by Rick Baldwin | Sep 12, 2022 | Spirituality
I frequently reflect on the inherent limitations of describing spirituality or reality. While my purpose in writing this blog is often to explore and articulate my thoughts on these topics, the primary intention is to engage in a dialogue with myself. I write to...
by Rick Baldwin | Jul 27, 2022 | Spirituality
Illusions of the world consistently capture more of our attention than the Truth itself. This is an inherent aspect of human nature. Truth is eternal, still, and unchanging, whereas illusion is characterized by movement, drama, and constant change. We are naturally...
by Rick Baldwin | Jul 21, 2022 | Spirituality
Today, I’m reflecting on the idea of a “Random Renaissance Person.” You’re welcome to ponder this with me. To clarify, a “Random Renaissance Person” is simply an ordinary individual who could have lived during the Renaissance (or any other historical...
by Rick Baldwin | Jul 20, 2022 | Spirituality
“Do not judge by outward appearance, but judge with righteous judgment.” – John 7:24 [New American Standard Bible] In spiritual work, we often need to “translate” appearances into deeper truths. This process can face resistance from the mind, which...
