by maryshutan | Nov 2, 2022 | Uncategorized
Many started the spiritual journey quite early in life. In childhood an essential trust was broken between child and parent– the child learned that they could not be loved and cared for in a way that could carry them through life. They then sought something larger...
by maryshutan | Sep 3, 2022 | Uncategorized
We carry the Universe within ourselves. We are multi-layered beings, composed of stars and constellations as well as the stories and experiences of our ancestors and family. While this concept may seem abstract, it is not merely poetic intellectualism but an important...
by maryshutan | Jun 30, 2022 | Uncategorized
And Considering Online Spaces Earlier this week I was speaking to a fellow author about how the nature of online reviews has changed over the past few years. While there has always been genuine criticism, as well as a mix of opinions, the level of hatred and personal...
by maryshutan | Jun 29, 2022 | Uncategorized
I recently did an interview with Guru Viking. You can find it on Youtube here… Or Soundcloud here…. Apple Podcast here Spotify here…
by maryshutan | Jun 9, 2022 | Uncategorized
Rather frequently I hear from clients and students that they believe, or have heard, that they do not need to have an outer spiritual teacher or guru figure to guide them. That by looking within they will find their inner guru, or that all outer spiritual teachers are...
by maryshutan | May 15, 2022 | Uncategorized
At the base level of our being there is a blankness. A void or emptiness into which all prior held convictions, beliefs, and understandings regarding the world and our own self-concept collapse. At previous points on the path this may be understood as a dark night of...
