Earl Jcd

“So it is told of the disciple who confessed to the Sage, “I try so hard to atone. I try to wrestle with temptation. I try but I do not succeed. I remain mired in the mud of transgression. Help me to extricate myself from sin and to truly repent.” The Sage answered, “Perhaps, my dear friend, you are thinking only of yourself. How about forgetting yourself and thinking of the world?” (Martin Buber, Hasidism and Modern Man, p. 162).”
― Louis E. Newman, Repentance: The Meaning and Practice of Teshuvah

“Just remember one thing: It is the honest attempt at personal repair—not its immediate success—that brings us closer to self, to others, and to God.”
― Lori Forman-Jacobi, Sacred Intentions: Morning Inspiration to Strengthen the Spirit, Based on Jewish Wisdom

“Shamanic abilities are generally brought on by a personal crisis,”
― John Matthews, The Shamanism Bible: The definitive guide to Shamanic thought and practice

“With the knowledge and practice of spiritual law, we put ourselves in harmony with nature and create with carefreeness, joy, and love.”
― Deepak Chopra, The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success: A Practical Guide to the Fulfillment of Your Dreams