For example--the quality of Open Communication: We practice effective communication by honoring mutuality in speech with language that reflects accurate, clear information and nurtures trust in relationships. From Julia Riley, RN, CSL, a holistic nurse educator, arts & healing practitioner,  faculty in the 2016 CSL training program. Ah…such an interesting time [...]

For example--the quality of Joyfulness: Through deep acceptance of our lives we remember to laugh, play and see humor in life. Our spirit is regularly filled with feelings of joy as we celebrate how extraordinary it is to be alive. From Judith H. I work and play with elders with Alzheimer’s a few times a [...]

 For example--the quality of Peacefulness: Practicing inner calm that can come from a sense of gratitude, we speak and act in non-violent ways. Pursuing peaceful solutions to conflict, we respect and promote justice in relationships. Dhyana Raynor, interviewed by Al Rider Al:  Dhyana, tell us about yourself.   Dhyana: I design labyrinths, create them, and bless them.  As [...]