Springs in the wilderness

A smile, a hug, a gentle touch – these are the small wonders of our everyday world. They are natural remedies and true soothing moments for the soul. The Magic of Smiling When we smile, our cheeks press on very specific nerves. This sends a signal to the body that everything is fine and safe.…

Isn’t this a difficult combination? Finding a healthy balance between head, spirit, and heart? For me, this balance is often missing, and it takes a great deal of time and effort to bring my thoughts and experiences onto the same level and to reconcile the two—if that is even possible. Life consists of information and…

If you found a lamp with a stain on it, what would you do? You would rub it, right? And when a genie pops out—thrilled to be free at last—and grants you three wishes, what would you ask for? Wealth? Health? Beauty? The first things that come to mind are usually earthly things: possessions, physical…

The mountains are beautiful. The view is breathtaking. We are proud of the difficult journey upward. We stand there exhausted, having given all our strength on the way to the summit. And now… now we can breathe. Enjoy. Receive the reward of our labor. We long for these moments of silence, rest, and enjoyment. But…