The Power of Ritual: Why Small Daily Practices Lead to Big Life Changes
Over the years I have learned that big changes rarely come from sudden breakthroughs. Instead, they often grow out of small daily practices that we repeat with intention. These practices, which I like to think of as rituals, may seem ordinary on the surface. Yet when we commit to them over time, they become powerful […]
Men’s Work in the Modern World: Building Brotherhood, Healing, and Resilience
By John Chipponeri, San Rafael, CA For much of my life, I thought being a man meant standing on my own and dealing with life on my own.. I was taught—like many men—that strength meant not showing weakness, not asking for help, and certainly not talking about feelings. But the truth is, that model of […]
Pickleball and Presence: What Sufism Can Teach Us About Playing with Purpose
By John Chipponeri When I step onto a pickleball court, I’m not just holding a paddle—I’m entering a space where body, mind, and spirit can meet. Pickleball is often seen as a fast-growing sport that brings people together for fun and competition, but I’ve found it can also be a practice in presence. In many […]