Life often challenges us with moments of anger, fear, and grief—emotions that arise from the primal belief that love is absent, or that we have become separate from the infinite, all-encompassing force that transcends time and space and is at the very core of all existence. But what if this grief, this feeling of isolation, is rooted in a profound misunderstanding? What if the absence of love we feel in certain moments is not an absence at all, but simply a disconnection from the truth that...

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Long may your awareness of love and its power abide within you, its undying beauty always to remain. If you should forget its presence in you however, in times of trial and tribulation do not worry, for it will never forget you, its truth forever your guide and friend. Nigel Lott teaandzen.org Get full access to Tea and Zen - Meditation Sans Frontieres at teaandzen.substack.com/subscribe

When I was a small child, I often felt adrift in a world that was far too big and complex for my understanding. Severe trauma shaped my early years, casting a dark shadow over my childhood and leaving me seemingly bereft of any solace. In the midst of this turmoil, I found an unexpected source of comfort: a cartoon caricature of a rabbit. This sticker, bright and whimsical, adorned the wall above the hook where I hung my jacket each morning before kindergarten, all those years ago. During...

‘I was dead, I came alive. I was tears, I became laughter. Love’s wealth arrived, And I became Everlasting fortune.’ -Rumi In the midst of life’s challenges, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed by suffering. Yet, beyond this turmoil lies a profound peace that exists within the hearts of all. This inner sanctuary is not a fleeting state; rather, it is a timeless presence of all LOVE eternal that has been with us all-ways. This peace, is a LOVE that permeates our very existence. It is the quiet...

Our energy body, manifesting at 528Hz the resonance of Love often referred to in holistic practices as the subtle body, plays a critical role in our fundamental well-being. This energetic framework akin to a fine mesh net surrounds and interpenetrates at the cellular level morphing into the nervous system body, and can influence our emotions, thoughts, and health deeply. Just as we maintain our physical hygiene, it's essential to cleanse our energy body to foster balance and vitality. It...

As the sun sets and the stars awaken, may you find peace in the quiet of the night. May the Great Spirit watch over you, guiding your dreams and filling your heart with love. As you rest, may you be wrapped in the warmth of the earth and the wisdom of your ancestors. Sleep well, and may tomorrow bring you strength and joy. Nigel Lott teaandzen.org Please donate and support my work at meditationsansfrontiere.com Get full access to Tea and Zen - Meditation Sans Frontieres at...

We often cling to the illusion of control, believing we can dictate the outcomes of our experiences and relationships. However, as I reflect tonight—something that has become a recurring theme for me—it's clear that we truly have no control over the outcomes of any person, place, or thing. We can set our intentions with all our hearts, but once those intentions are voiced, it becomes essential to let them go and allow the natural course of events to unfold. This notion can be particularly...

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Life is governed by intricate patterns, dynamics, and laws that shape our experiences, guiding us through the interplay between our thinking minds and the wisdom of our hearts. These forces are not just personal; they resonate collectively, influencing how we connect with ourselves and each other. At the individual level, our thoughts and emotions create a tapestry of understanding and response. The mind seeks logic and clarity, while the heart brings intuition and empathy into the equation....

“I have lived on the lip of insanity, wanting to know reasons, knocking on a door.  It opens. I've been knocking from the inside."   Jalāl al-Dīn Muḥammad Rūmī           Show me anger and I'll show you hurt, show me hurt and I'll show you love….. care to peel the layers? Get full access to Tea and Zen - Meditation Sans Frontieres at teaandzen.substack.com/subscribe

I seem to have loved you in numberless forms, numberless times...In life after life, in age after age, forever.My spellbound heart has made and remade the necklace of songs,That you take as a gift, wear round your neck in your many forms,In life after life, in age after age, forever.Whenever I hear old chronicles of love, it's age old pain,It's ancient tale of being apart or together.As I stare on and on into the past, in the end you emerge,Clad in the light of a pole-star, piercing the...

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Not Christian or Jew or Muslim, not Hindu Buddhist, Sufi, or Zen. Not any religion or cultural system. I am not from the East or the West, not out of the ocean or up from the ground, not natural or ethereal, not composed of elements at all. I do not exist, am not an entity in this world or in the next, did not descend from Adam and Eve or any origin story. My place is placeless, a trace of the traceless. Neither body or soul. I belong to the beloved, have seen the two worlds as one and that...

One earth, one mother, One sky, one beginning, one future, one destiny, One broken heart, One God. We pray to You: Grant us a vision of unity. May we see the many in the one and the one in the many. May you, Life of All the Worlds, Source of All Amazing Differences Help us to see clearly. Guide us gently and firmly toward each other, Toward peace. Get full access to Tea and Zen - Meditation Sans Frontieres at teaandzen.substack.com/subscribe

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Throughout history, many spiritual and philosophical traditions have emphasized a profound truth: when we harm another sentient being, we inevitably harm ourselves. This principle, often referred to as the Law of Reciprocity, underscores the interconnectedness of all life and the moral imperative to act with compassion. Therefore at its core, this law suggests that our actions, particularly those rooted in negativity or malice, reverberate beyond their immediate effects. When we inflict...

In the morningWhen I began to wake,It happened again— That feelingThat you, Beloved,Had stood over me all nightKeeping watch, That feelingThat as soon as I began to stir You put Your lips on my foreheadAnd lit a Holy LampInside my heart Hafiz. Get full access to Tea and Zen - Meditation Sans Frontieres at teaandzen.substack.com/subscribe

I learned of your passing today Paul and share this tribute with all and light a candle in your honor. Meeting Paul on this path was a gift, as he embodied kindness, wisdom, and a pursuit of truth. Though he has transitioned from this world, his spirit remains alive within us. We carry forward his legacy of compassion, courage, and the search for inner peace. May we honor him by living our lives with the same passion and dedication that he showed every day. Rest in peace, dear Paul. Your...

At its essence, addiction can be understood as a profound search for peace and bliss….a longing to reconnect with the divine and the Love that feels like home. This perspective suggests that, throughout our journey in life, we often perceive ourselves as separate from a sacred origin. This sense of separation, felt acutely from the moment of conception into our human forms, instills a deep homesickness within us. As we navigate the complexities of existence, many turn to substances, while...

What I have been looking for all my life is already deep within me, always has been and always will be. I AM what I have been looking for. Nigel Lott teaandzen.org Get full access to Tea and Zen - Meditation Sans Frontieres at teaandzen.substack.com/subscribe