Soul Health
A darkened, restless void sits brooding
Upon a dream of world creating sparks.
Creation moves in time responding
As new worlds spiral out of dark.
The practice of “approaching the Witness” centers on recognizing the quiet part of the self that observes life without becoming overwhelmed by anxiety. By regularly asking a simple question, such as “What am I grateful for in this moment?”, and then listening into the silence that follows, we train the mind to shift attention away from worry and toward awareness. The goal is not to find perfect answers but to build a rhythm of question and listening, allowing gratitude and observation to gradually replace anxious thinking. Practiced daily, even for a few minutes, this exercise strengthens our connection to the inner Witness, helping us respond to life’s uncertainties with greater calm, flexibility, and understanding.
Understand the practice of Dream Art Theater. Dream Art Theater is a method for exploring the deeper potentials of dream imagery through artistic practice, symbolism, and inner listening.
[Ed: This was the first lecture of a series given by Dennis in 2002, but we only have this one transcription. It has been edited to be a stand alone. For a complete series like this, please see The Heart, Warmth and Karma: Integrating Steiner’s Spiritual Practices into Modern Healing, The Healing Power of Symbols,…
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