Love Thyself

Love Thyself

It’s no secret that self love is difficult.  In a society where we are conditioned to keep up with the pace of others, it’s sometimes difficult to go at your own pace.  It’s not until we go at our own pace that we even know what self love means.  What actually...
Cooking with a Buddhist Monk

Cooking with a Buddhist Monk

Om Mani Padme Hum.  Originating in India and spreading to Tibet, this Mantra is believed to contain all of the Buddha’s teachings.  Reciting the Mani Mantra summons the endless amount love and compassion which lies dormant within all of us. I was blessed to cross the...
Life is Generous!

Life is Generous!

My name is Christopher Rölke and this is my very first blog post.  Throughout life my attention has been pulled in MANY directions.  At a young age I was drawn to the idea of being an archaeologist, marine biologist, veterinarian, or having my own wildlife TV show....