What's Arising?

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Reflections, conversations, and explorations on the journey toward wholeness.

The Light & Dark of a "Know it All"

By Richard Schultz

Published on: 13/02/2024

A reflection on the shadow of needing to know, the limits of expert culture, and the freedom that comes when we return to curiosity, humility, dialogue, and inner wisdom.

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What is true?

By Richard Schultz

Published on: 17/01/2024

A reflection on story, perception, misinformation, and the practice of asking “Is this true?” as a doorway into discernment, freedom, and deeper self-awareness.

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Resolving Conflict Through Shadow Work and Self-Awareness

By Richard Schultz

Published on: 05/12/2023

A reflection on conflict, shadow, projection, emotional charge, and how inner work can help us respond with more clarity, compassion, boundaries, and peace.

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Shadow-Work: The ending of all war

By Richard Schultz

Published on: 28/11/2023

A reflection on shadow work as a path to ending inner conflict, integrating fear and judgment, and creating the conditions for lasting peace within ourselves and the world.

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