Posts by Erin
The Begging Bowl, The Key, and Some Guiding Questions
A note from Erin: Twice this year, I’ve had the privilege of being on retreat with wise elder, Deena Metzger. Many people recognize her from this iconic photo from years ago. She’s a tiny and mighty woman with long white hair and a powerful presence. I love her and am so grateful to have her as one…
Read MoreBeing Stretched, Waking Up, and More
A note from Carl: I wanted to begin with a quote from Mark Nepo that seems to most clearly to capture my sentiments of the last week: “In spite of all that is happening and because of all that is happening, I stand firmly in my belief in the strength of human kindness to overcome…
Read MoreCommunity, Widening Circles & The Three Jewels
the spectacular wildflowers at Albion Basin, Alta, Utah A note from Erin: In the Buddhist tradition, there’s an understanding of where we can turn for reliable support. They are called the 3 jewels, and are understood as a source of refuge from the craziness and suffering of life. You don’t have to be Buddhist to benefit…
Read MoreTheracanes, Fascia Blasters and Not Being at War With Our Tension
A note from Carl: This week I had two clients who came who came into my office and said something like, “I attacked that shoulder pain spot with a Theracane and it actually felt worse after.” Or “I really worked that hip with a lacrosse ball, and it felt good at the time, but I woke up…
Read MoreThe River of Grief and the Healing of Our World
A note from Erin: Over the past several years, there’s a being I’ve met several times in dreams and visions. Can I tell you about a recent visitation with him? Here it is: I begin walking in the beautiful Escalante River. I walk and walk in the ankle-deep flow where ancient redrock walls loom…
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