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...
by Rick Baldwin | Mar 24, 2022 | Spirituality
Meditation is a powerful practice for cultivating mindfulness and awareness, but many myths surrounding it can discourage people from trying it. Let’s debunk some of the most common misconceptions. Myth #1: Meditation Is Spiritual Meditation is often associated with...
by Rick Baldwin | Mar 8, 2022 | Spirituality
It is important to remember that you are not your mind. This recognition is a central “task” in the spiritual journey. Human life, by its nature, constantly draws us into identifying with our minds. This identification often leads to feelings of...
by Rick Baldwin | Feb 10, 2022 | Spirituality
The biggest misconception in spirituality is the idea of “the journey.” Almost everyone buys into it in one way or another. I’ve spent plenty of time in my life talking about my spiritual journey—how I went from where I was to where I am now. But honestly, it’s all an...
by Rick Baldwin | Feb 7, 2022 | Spirituality
Do you carry your opinions around like badges, bumper stickers, or patches on a jacket? Have you ever stopped to think about what purpose they actually serve? Are they there to show people what kind of person you are? What you think? What you believe? What you love or...
by Rick Baldwin | Feb 6, 2022 | Spirituality
To truly be recognized as a god, a being must uphold its own moral principles far better than its followers do. A god that lives by a “do as I say, not as I do” standard is nothing more than a manipulative figure, unworthy of worship or devotion. For instance, a god...
by Rick Baldwin | Jan 21, 2022 | Spirituality
When I meditate, I’m not trying to “do” anything. I’m not pushing for something to happen, and I don’t expect anything to happen either. Meditation is just about aligning myself with what already is. It’s about being aware of the present moment—the truth of “nowness.”...
by Rick Baldwin | Jul 27, 2021 | Spirituality
“And whosoever shall not receive you, nor hear your words, when ye depart out of that house or city, shake off the dust of your feet.” – Matthew 10:14, The (Christian) Bible “In Biblical times, when leaving Gentile cities, pious Jews often shook the dust from...
by Rick Baldwin | Oct 16, 2020 | Spirituality
A few years ago, I stepped away from all spiritual practices, including meditation, despite having just learned its “how-to.” This spiritual “fast” lasted 10 years. Yet, without realizing it, I continued meditating—through ASMR videos on YouTube. For those unfamiliar,...
by Rick Baldwin | Oct 7, 2020 | Spirituality
This week, I’m staying in a secluded cabin in north Georgia while working on an art project for a client. The isolation is nice because I don’t have to interact with people much, except when I need supplies or work on the project itself. Yet, I’ve always felt a bit...
