"That's not very spiritual of you!" It's a phrase uttered far too often in a community of people who, by sheer probability based on their life's creeds, should be well evolved beyond such contentious speech. In a purportedly heart-centered movement of love that seeks to practice inclusion, non-judgment (or, as I like to more correctly term it, "non-condemnation" - that's a whole other subject), and compassion, a phrase like this should not even exist. 

Just the other day, someone told…

Quirin - Holly Austin Grimes



For those who are able to discern the subtle flows of spiritual energies, it has become increasingly apparent that Mankind is involved in a process of rediscovering the vital importance of the sacred Divine Feminine. Historically, it is widely accepted that some of the first forays into religion were centered on veneration of the Goddess, the Mother, the bringer of life,…

Quirin ~ Holly Austin Grimes

Relationships are important to all of us, and most of us wish to develop the best of which we are capable. We strive to make deeper connections, to facilitate good communication, and to resolve issues that crop up in our interactions. So we seek out counseling in order to be heard and to be better understood. We devise ways to bring attention to the things we feel we are lacking. We…

Quirin ~ Holly Austin Grimes

Anneal (verb): to heat metal or glass and allow it to cool slowly, in order to remove internal stresses and toughen it.

We are all involved in interpersonal relationships, whether they are romantic, familial, friendship, professional or casual acquaintance. And we all experience challenges from time to time within them. Some, more than others. For all too many of us, we often witnessed…