Life, Faith & Mysticism

The articles and stories presented here are inspired by mystics, spiritual teachers and saints whose teachings have stood the test of time. They will move you, stimulate a greater belief in the unseen, increase your hope in adversity, and help you find a higher purpose.

Non-Attachment Calls For A Greater Attachment

By Pat Shaughnessy

Attachments can cause us to focus on transitory things and not on the ultimate things that remain after we’re gone.

Inspirational Lives, Part five

The Watchmaker's Daughter

By Pat Shaughnessy

An inspiring true story showing us that even the darkest of times can be the perfect preparation for a greater purpose.

Seeing The Unseen, Part two

Seeing With Wonder Again

By Pat Shaughnessy

You might feel jaded and have lost some of your playfulness, but it's not too late to recapture those childlike eyes that can act as a portal to the unseen.

Hope, Part six

My Encounter With The White Light

By Pat Shaughnessy

The divine light that is always around us can unexpectedly burst into our consciousness, reminding us that we are not just worthwhile but infinitely loved.

Inspirational Lives, Part three

Struggling To Find Faith & Meaning?- Inspiration From Leo Tolstoy

By Pat Shaughnessy

'What will come of my whole life?' Leo Tolstoy, the Russian writer, asked himself in despair. He realised that matters of ultimate meaning and purpose were outside the realm of science and so he began his journey to faith.

Slowing Down, Part four

Why Patience is Key to Happiness and A Sense Of Peace

By Pat Shaughnessy

To become more patient, we first have to be convinced about how many benefits there are to being a patient person. Less depression and negative emotions as well as a greater connection to others must certainly count.