Soul Musings

"Although the world is full of suffering, it is full also of the overcoming of it." —Helen Keller Many of us are reeling from the tragic news of the mass shooting in Las Vegas. Our hearts are heavy and once again, we find ourselves in a collective state of shock and disbelief. Many are reporting feeling helpless as yet another intense event has shaken our sense of well being and safety in the world. What can we do in the face of such tragedy and chaos and horrific events taking place in our world? How do we keep our hope alive, maintain a sense of equilibrium…believe in possibilities of healing and unity when our spirits feel weakened from one wave after another of painful, distressing news? Many people are already dealing with big personal challenges and the weight of the world on top of it can be soul crushing and can cause one to feel immobilized by it all. Even those with regular spiritual practices who are committed to a path of peace, higher possibilities and un