When Shoe Shopping Is A Spiritual Investigation
How feet, shoes, and self-image have reflected my own spiritual journey.
Ilona Fried
What If The “Still Small Voice” Is Neither Still Nor A Voice?
On balancing the seeming dichotomy between listening to our quiet inner voices and taking decisive action.
Can Gratitude Keep Us Stuck?
Like anything, gratitude can also have a dark side. And it’s important we educate ourselves about it so that we can use it in the right ways.
Did Using KonMari To Declutter Erase My Memories?
When starting KonMari, the now-famous method to help purge possessions, Ilona worried that losing her possessions would mean losing her memories. One year later, she reflects on what actually happened.
The Subtle Lesson of Zootopia: Slow Down
The quiet hero in Zootopia, and what we can all learn from his… slow… ways…
What Liberated Me On Passover? An Allergic Reaction
How I turned a horrible allergic reaction into a spiritual experience.
Is Punctuality About Time? Or Something Else?
Is punctuality really just about being “on time?” Or is there more happening? Things like keeping our word, integrity, and respect seem to all play into it as well.
Five Lessons I Learned From Fire Hydrants
We’re used to thinking we can only learn lessons from deep, big things. But what about something as simple as a fire hydrant?
Why I’m Giving Astrology Another Look
Ilona Fried reexamines her preconceptions as she delves into a world that is considered antiquated in our progressive, ever-more-scientific culture.
Can Smartphones Connect Us To The Divine?
We’re used to thinking that smartphones are just distractions. But what if they could actually connect us to the deepest realities of all?