A Bright Spot in Your Inbox by Oren Jay Sofer

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#114 Jul 26, 2025

What helps you stay steady and kind—even when it’s hard?

Two ways to learn Nonviolent Communication with me and Dr. Roxy Manning. Whether you’re new to NVC or ready to go…

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#113 Jul 13, 2025

Patience Like Water on Stone

What does it mean to be patient when the world is on fire? We need patience now more than ever—not to wait, but to…

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#112 Jun 30, 2025

Growing Courage One Moment at a Time

As change ripples through our communities and around the world, I wanted to share some reflections on courage.

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#111 Jun 15, 2025

To the Fathers Within

On this Father's Day, I offer a poem to honor the spirit of protective presence in all of us.

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#110 May 31, 2025

Last call: Wise Speech course starts Tuesday

Join me for a donation based online course this summer. Improve your communication skills so you can have better…

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#109 May 22, 2025

Upcoming Events This Summer

Join me this Sunday or drop in anytime for Clear Dharma Sangha

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#108 May 13, 2025

Wise Speech: Where Practice Meets Real Life

What we say—and how we listen—matters more than ever. A reflection on Buddhist Wise Speech in these turbulent times.

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#107 Apr 24, 2025

Fierce Vulnerability: A Conversation for These Times

A powerful conversation with nonviolence trainer Kazu Haga on healing, activism, and the practice of Fierce…

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