Today, Tony and I talk about his spiritually formative years. He tells me about his early feelings about paganism, his discovery of his identity as a healer, and his relationship with the Goddess.

Prose about your worthiness. A reading from Rilke about solitude. Special guest Paul Kater tells us how he finds and creates meaning in his life. A poem about my personal myth and the precarious nature of this life.

Prose about making a vow. A reading from The Hagakure. My friend Kevin speaking about how to find meaning in life. A poem about where home can be found.

Prose about making meaning. Another reading from Rilke. This week's guest Susan McGillicuddy tells me how she finds meaning in her life. A poem about a weary traveler.

Prose to say, "Please choose life, you are precious." A reading from Transcendentalist Ralph Waldo Emerson. A poem about a happy boy. Today's episode was published early to support the practice of social distancing. There will be another one at the normal time on Monday.

Prose about craving. A reading from Rumi. A poem about a broken boy.

Prose about passing through darkness. Another reading by Rilke. A poem about transformation, clarity, and travel.

Prose in support of gratitude, a reading from the Buddha, and a poem addressed to you.

Prose about crazy freedom. A reading from Krishnamurti. A poem about a desperate night.