Gratitude Now

by Mary Davis from her book, Every Day Spirit: A Daybook of Wisdom, Joy and Peace. Being thankful isn’t all about what’s going right. It’s about finding a little light in this moment we’re in.  During Thanksgiving week, we might gather around a table to share a meal...

Scotland’s Tiny Forest Revolution

Picture this: a ‘wee forest’ that transforms urban Scotland, sprouting hope and greenery in tennis court-sized plots. Schoolchildren get their hands dirty, learning why “a hedge matters,” and how tiny forests, inspired by Japanese botanist...

Awakening to Your Cosmic Purpose

By Nicolae Tanase – Excellence Reporter on June 7, 2025 Excellence Reporter is a unique, contemplative online journal and multimedia platform dedicated to exploring one of humanity’s most enduring questions: “What is the meaning of life?” Founded and curated...

Saying “I Love You”

Learning How to See invites listeners into contemplative practices that strengthen our ability to see through the eyes of love. CAC faculty member Carmen Acevedo Butcher leads this guided meditation:  We’re going to meditate on love in a very personal and...

The practice of blessing – a return to the Self

Guest blog by Fabrice Pinel The practice of blessing is often considered a powerful spiritual tool, a source of well-being and miracles. It is less often perceived as a spiritual path in its own right, offering a complete and structured journey of self-realization....