Life is a continual series of encounters between ourselves and the world. The extent to which we can learn from and be nourished by them, and then also give back or keep out what is not needed, determines our overall health and longevity. These processes of encounter lead to inner transformation and creative development as individuals. They can be described as seven discrete … [Read more...] about Individuating Through the 7 Life Processes
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Overcoming Differences – Meeting Karma The Sacrament of the Human Encounter
Let me begin this essay by paraphrasing some words from Rudolf Steiner: “Wakeful day consciousness wakes up to a higher consciousness in the encounter with the soul and spirit of our fellow human beings. Human Beings must become more to their fellowman than they used to be: Each person must become an awakener. People must come closer to one another than they used to do, each … [Read more...] about Overcoming Differences – Meeting Karma The Sacrament of the Human Encounter
Cultivating Warmth as a Path Toward Service
by Carmen Hering, MD SPRING 2022 Our body temperature is closely regulated. For adults, normal body temperature can range from 97 to 99 F, with the average being 98.6 F. In children, temperatures are slightly higher, with a normal range being between 97.9 F and 100.4 F. Physicians consider body temperature a vital sign, but vital for what, exactly? Our internal … [Read more...] about Cultivating Warmth as a Path Toward Service
How to Manage Viral Illnesses at Home
by Daciana Iancu, MD www.AnthroSonoma.com WINTER 2021 How do we harness our innate ability to overcome illness, particularly viral infections? While the current Covid epidemic continues to evolve and is anticipated to co-exist with us from here forward, other viruses also … [Read more...] about How to Manage Viral Illnesses at Home