The meaning of life and simplicity of life

The text below is the translation of an excerpt from a book by Pierre published in 1996 by Jouvence. Pierre used to share it with participants at some of his workshops. Simplicity of life is much more than just consuming a little less; and to present it in this way is...

A Letter of Gratitude to Pierre Pradervand

The January guest blog is in the form of a letter written by Mary Davis from Every Day Spirit. Learn more at everydayspirit.net. Dearest Pierre, Although you left our world on July 26, 2024, your love lives on through the countless souls who were graced by your...

Doing Good

Whenever the opportunity arises to do something good for others, do not hesitate, do it. Tell yourself, “I want to make myself useful. I want to help those in need and in pain, and never mind if there is nothing in it for me and I am not rewarded for my efforts” And,...

Imagine Something Better

Author Sarah Bessey names the need to be “for” something good, not merely “against” what is wrong: Imagining and contending for what you hope for in this world is one of the hardest and kindest paths I’ve discovered out here. In the midst of all this, don’t forget to...

The Angel of Nanjing

Mr. Chen Si, known as the Angel of Nanjing, has volunteered to patrol the Yangtze Bridge every day, and over a 21-year career, he has saved 469 people from committing suicide. One of the most famous bridges in the country, it is also the world’s most popular location...