We've all heard it: “Follow your heart.” It sounds simple, profound, and somehow sacred. But after nearly twenty years of studying heart wisdom and teaching others how to access their intuitive guidance, I've discovered a darker truth: this well-meaning advice isn't always right. In this week's article, I'm pulling back the curtain on the shadow side of heart-based decisions. Drawing from neuroscience, ancient wisdom traditions, and real-world experience, I'll reveal when following your heart...
11 days ago • 2 min read
On February 17th, I received news that shattered my heart: my dear friend Muhsin Hendricks, the world's first openly gay Imam, had been murdered in Cape Town. As I sit with my grief, I find myself returning to our many conversations about finding joy in the face of rejection, discovering strength in solitude, and choosing love over fear. In this week's article, I share a deeply personal tribute to a remarkable spiritual leader and friend, whose life—and death—offer profound teachings about...
18 days ago • 2 min read
Have you ever asked someone a simple question like, “Why did you do that?” only to watch their heart close and their defenses rise? In that moment, what could have been a bridge to deeper connection becomes a wall of separation. In this week's article, “Compassionate Inquiry: Transforming Relationships One Question at a Time,” I share how the questions we ask can either wound or heal. Drawing from my transformative experiences in South Africa and the profound wisdom of Dr. Gabor Maté's work,...
25 days ago • 2 min read
There are moments in life when the weight of emotional pain becomes almost unbearable. Times when even breathing feels like climbing a mountain. Perhaps you've been there – or maybe you're there right now – where well-meaning advice rings hollow and staying positive seems impossible. In this week's article, “The Power of Companionship: Finding The Light During Your Darkest Moments,” I share deeply personal insights about what we truly need during our darkest moments. It's not solutions or...
about 1 month ago • 2 min read
Have you ever been accused of lacking integrity? The concept of integrity can be tricky to grasp, and understanding what it truly means to be in or out of integrity can take us on a transformative journey. This week, I’d like to share some thoughts about integrity, its significance, and how to regain it when you feel out of alignment. What you’ll discover might just be the starting point for true spiritual alignment, personal power and wholeness. LATEST ARTICLE The Power of Integrity: Being...
about 1 month ago • 2 min read
Have you ever found yourself drawn to someone because of their charm, attractiveness, or a single positive trait, only to later discover that your initial impression was wrong? This common cognitive bias, known as the Halo Effect, can lead you astray in your personal and professional life. In my latest article, I explore how, as a heart-centered leader — someone who prioritizes authenticity, compassion, and connection — it's crucial to understand and overcome this bias. By becoming aware of...
about 2 months ago • 2 min read
Hello Reader, Standing here beside the entrance of our newly renovated Heart Space in Granada, I'm filled with immense gratitude for each of you. Whether you've been walking alongside me for years or have recently joined my community, your presence, and support mean more than words can express. The Granada Heart Space: A Dream Realized After months of dedicated work and the invaluable help of several students, supporters, and close friends, I'm thrilled to announce that the Heart Space...
about 2 months ago • 2 min read
For many of us, January often stirs something deep in our hearts - that quiet knowing that we're ready for a love that transforms us. Not just any relationship, but one that resonates with our soul's deepest truth: Soulmate love. If you've decided that 2025 is the year you finally open your heart to true love, I've put together a guide that explores the heart's role in attracting your soulmate. It's not about manifesting techniques or dating strategies; it's about understanding how to open...
about 2 months ago • 2 min read
Did you know that January 12th is officially known as “Quitter’s Day”? That’s right. Research shows that by the second Friday of January, most people have already abandoned their New Year’s resolutions. The statistics are sobering: only 9% of people actually achieve their New Year’s resolutions, while 91% fall short of their goals. Why do so many resolutions fail? The answer lies in our fundamental approach. Most new year’s resolutions focus on external changes – exercise more, eat less, save...
about 2 months ago • 3 min read