Wil Darcangelo

The instrument of a magnifying glass is a marvelous thing. It is science, of course — a piece of technology that allows us to take a closer look at whatever physical object we choose.

There is a phrase I have found myself whispering more and more often in recent years, especially in moments I would once have called interruptions, inconveniences or even disasters.

Each new prophecy about the end of the world comes and goes

The statistical average human being does not actually exist — and recognizing that may be the beginning of compassion. Because, in truth, normal people are mostly imaginary.

One of the more courageous spiritual movements happening today is not taking place in progressive seminaries or liberal churches.

Long before humanity understood the mechanics of the brain, spiritual traditions across the world discovered a profound inner practice capable of transforming human consciousness.

Every homeowner has their own strategy for dealing with unsolicited visitors. Ours, it turns out, is a rainbow flag.

There are few spiritual teachings that provoke more discomfort than the concept of forgiveness.

There is a way to read the founding words of this country that neither excuses their limits nor dismisses their power.

Across cultures and centuries, humanity has kept creating communities of people whose full-time vocation is literally to hold the rest of us in compassion.