Soul Whispers
‘A collection of poems, writings, reflections and insights about life, nature, mind, oneness and the interconnectedness of all things’
‘A Silent Connection’
This poem describes a moment of profound connection with nature. The speaker experiences a deep and ineffable bond with a hoop pine tree in the forest, feeling as if the tree is communicating with them. This connection brings a sense of freedom and peace to the speaker's soul.
‘Mirror of Mind in the Night Sky’
This poem is about the interconnectedness of nature, the night sky, and the human mind. It describes the different perspectives of the night sky - from above, below, and within - and compares them to the neural networks in the human mind. The final line suggests that the night sky and the human mind are reflections of each other, and that both are vast and infinite in their complexity.
‘The Infinite Connection, Eye of One’
This piece describes an experience where the gate-keeper, land-keeper, and soul-keeper work together to bring forth a dream of oneness. The experience is conveyed through poetic language, with themes of reflection, unity, and the interconnectedness of all things.
‘The River as Mind’
The author reflects on a moment of insight they had while observing a river in the mountains of Cyprus. They draw parallels between the flow of water over rocks and the patterns of the mind, and consider the role of beliefs and perceptions in shaping our experiences of the world. They reference the work of Gregory Bateson and the Santiago theory of cognition, which emphasize the inseparable connection between mind and life. They also mention the Ladder of Inference by Chris Argyris, which describes how beliefs can shape our perceptions and actions, and the power of reflective feedback loops. Finally, they quote C.G. Jung and a spiritual healer, who both suggest that the psyche and mind are integral parts of the natural world, subject to the same laws and processes as the universe itself.
‘In 1921, a Butterfly’
This is a poem which tells a story of a butterfly from a ginkgo biloba tree that landed on a traffic-light post in 1921. As she flickered her wings, all the traffic-lights around the world flickered in perfect sync. The caterpillars saw this and were inspired to dream, believe, and become. The poem represents the power of inspiration and the possibility of transformation.
‘Nature’s Forever’
This is a poetic tribute to the cyclical nature of the ocean and its connection to the Earth. It reminds us of the beauty and interconnectedness of the natural world and encourages us to recognise our own connection to the universe.
‘Winter’s Wisdom’
A poem inspired by winter’s natural ether in the mountains of Troodos in Cyprus. It describes the fleeting nature of winter and the wisdom it brings.
‘The Floating Dance’
This poem encourages the reader to see the beauty and interconnectedness of nature and to recognise the oneness of the universe. It reminds us that everything is connected, and that we are all part of a larger whole.
‘One’, a piece I wrote for all of us
I wrote this piece for the wonderful study group I was part of during Fritjof Capra’s Course on the Systems View of Life. This prose describes a group of individuals who are deeply connected to nature and each other and have come together in a space of co-emergence and co-creation. It touches on themes of unity, mindfulness, conscious leadership, and the importance of connection. It is a poetic piece of writing that encourages the reader to reflect on their own purpose and connection to the world around them.
‘Goodbye & Farewell’
This poem reflects a journey of self-discovery and separation. The speaker describes waking up to reality but mentally being drawn into confusion and uncertainty. They struggle with distinguishing truth from lies and express a desire to lead someone to a place of purity and clarity.
‘Dream’
This poem describes a dream as a fleeting moment of the imagination that can evoke various emotions. The dreamer is disconnected from time and reality, and experiences a pure state of thought. The dream takes the dreamer on a journey to an idyllic island of beauty only accessible to the dreamer's soul.