Welcome to my world

Hi, I’m Gail Harris. Welcome! Whether you’re just a few steps into the journey, or well along your own spiritual path, I am so glad you are here. Wherever you are, whatever’s on your mind, whether you’re looking for information or inspiration, or both, it’s my pleasure to help you. I’ve been a journalist for…

Letting go of Perfect

The other day I was lecturing on the art of happiness and the importance of forgiveness during the college class we’re teaching when one of our students stopped me cold. I had been going on at some length about how we’ve all been “done wrong” somewhere along the way by somebody, be it a parent,…

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Lessons from the Bug

The other day I was getting ready for work when I heard a persistent flapping noise from the next room and finally went to investigate. A giant flying bug with long graceful legs was beating frantically against the windowpane, trying to find a way out. (One of the advantages of living in the Bay area…

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Finding the Gifts

OK, I admit it. I am an incorrigible optimist. My continuing belief is that not only is the glass half full, there’s someone around the next corner with a pitcher, waiting to fill it up the rest of the way. Which is not always an easy attitude for people around you. My most recent example:…

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