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Kit Learns Cougar Muscle Relaxation

Russ Bloch, MSW, MBA — Sat, 06 Aug 2016 20:52:45 +0000

Kit thought for a long time about the story of Monster Bear and how the most fearsome of all the bears was overwhelmed by a flood of humans working together. “Bear,” said Kit, “you said that you changed after Monster Bear was no longer part of the bear spirit. Do you ever miss that part […]

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Monster Bear and the Flood of Humans

Russ Bloch, MSW, MBA — Tue, 12 Jul 2016 02:46:22 +0000

“There are many individual bears. There are different types of bears. But a single Bear Spirit connects all bears. Long ago, there was a type of bear that made the whole Bear Spirit more angry, more arrogant, more aggressive, and more feared by all the other animals. Humans called this bear the Monster Bear. “Monster […]

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Reunited with Bear

Russ Bloch, MSW, MBA — Mon, 20 Jun 2016 20:04:16 +0000

Kit was excited to be reunited with Bear. “It is good to see you Kit,” said Bear. “Tell me about your journey to the South. What did you learn about the 7 Fears and the 7 Gifts?” “I thought it would be easier,” said Kit. “I never found the Spirit-Keeper of the South! But… I […]

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Surrounded by Wolves!

Russ Bloch, MSW, MBA — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 15:53:17 +0000

One second, Kit was having a conversation with Deer, and seemingly the next moment, Kit was on all fours, locked eye to eye with a wolf! Instinctively, Kit’s eyes lowered. “Don’t be afraid, young pup,” said Wolf. “I know you. You are Kit, the human who lives with the bears.” Kit didn’t say anything. Kit’s […]

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A Clear Mind is Like a Clear Path

Russ Bloch, MSW, MBA — Fri, 20 May 2016 19:14:30 +0000

After a much needed rest day, Kit and Coyote continued their journey across the south-lands. “Where was I in telling you about Coyote-Thinking?” asked Coyote, one evening. “You said that Coyote-Thinking begins with seeking a Clear Vision. That vision is the northern border of my journey map. I start with my immediate problem, and figure […]

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Coyote’s Howl

Russ Bloch, MSW, MBA — Tue, 03 May 2016 19:52:27 +0000

Kit was resting, recovering from some injuries, when Coyote returned carrying a recently killed badger. “I’ve brought some excellent food!” said Coyote. “There’s nothing like fresh meat to help your body replace a little lost blood.” “That is very generous of you,” said Kit. “Perhaps I could eat the heart and other organs.” “Eat all […]

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Kit and the Many Moths

Russ Bloch, MSW, MBA — Sat, 30 Apr 2016 15:03:41 +0000

After a beautiful sunrise, Kit and Coyote set out once again. Coyote was quickly down the trail. Kit took a last look at the land they would likely travel today, and then headed toward the trail. Kit was quite hungry this morning and noticed a field of rocks off to the side, filled by many […]

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Kit Learns that Fear Clouds a Clear Mind

Russ Bloch, MSW, MBA — Sat, 23 Apr 2016 16:00:32 +0000

For the past few days Kit and Coyote journeyed together. Coyote would serve as scout, reporting back to Kit once or twice during the day and spending the night together. During the day time check-in’s, the focus was on basic survival needs – where Kit could find water and possibly food. At night, Coyote and […]

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Kit Learns about Clear Vision and Clear Heart

Russ Bloch, MSW, MBA — Fri, 15 Apr 2016 15:43:21 +0000

Kit had spent weeks wandering the South-lands, looking for the Spirit-Keeper of the South. No one seemed able to point the way. Fortunately, Kit had learned an exercise from King Snake, called Snake-at-Rest breathing that helped with feeling frustrated. In talking to Coyote, Kit realized that the problem wasn’t really finding the Spirit-Keeper. The bigger […]

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Kit Learns Coyote-Thinking

Russ Bloch, MSW, MBA — Thu, 31 Mar 2016 14:16:32 +0000

Kit had been exploring the South-lands for many weeks. As the land changed, Kit stayed close to the few streams in the area. Every day Kit practiced Snake-at-Rest breathing. Kit saw few animals, but always asked for help in finding the Spirit-Keeper of the South. Unfortunately, no one pointed Kit in a particular direction. Kit […]

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