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My Haunting After a Temazcal Sweat Ritual

“Warrior, why are you here?” The echo of those words, spoken by a shaman in the temazcal, lingers. I hear them still in moments of doubt and happiness, too. I think of them when I am alone. I wonder about my purpose. I suspect that to be their intention. They were meant to stay in my mind long after the shaman has gone. They live and permeate everything like the steam of lava rocks in a sacred ritual. It’s jarring...

Sedona, Arizona at night

Belief in Aliens Isn’t Easy to Admit, Even After Seeing One

Do you believe in aliens? I used to answer that question, unequivocally, “No. One hundred percent, no.” I’d add an eye roll for good measure. But that was before I think I saw one. Now, I’m questioning all of my beliefs and assumptions. But, frankly, it’s embarrassing; I don’t want to believe in aliens. I’m a “smart,” educated, rational person. I’m a journalism major and former reporter. I believe in facts, data, proof, and things we can all see, touch, and feel....