Addendum to "Vacuuming as a Spiritual Act?"

Shortly after writing and sharing this article, a friend of mine lovingly told me that the Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh (the man whose quotation I chose for my article) performed some terrible acts in Oregon and wreaked havoc within a community.  She was, of course, concerned with my choice to quote and thus, in a way, align myself with someone who could cause so much harm.  I am grateful for her insight.

With that said, I've chosen to keep the quotation in the article.  The words inspire me and do represent my path as a Spiritual Coach.  I also believe that part of being a spiritual leader means that I understand the rich and complicated nature of human existence.  I do not condone the poor choices of this man, but I do condone the fact that beauty can come from even the darkest of places.  I choose to embrace these words as a thing of beauty in their own right and as a reminder that true joy resides when I can live while holding both the light and the darkness.  

Much Love,

:)Melissa 

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