In this School For A Course In Miracles (SFACIM) video conversation, we reviewed Workbook Lesson 152 of A Course In Miracles. Here are the first 3 paragraphs … [Read More...] about The power of decision is my own (Workbook Lesson 152) SFACIM class conversation with Bruce Rawles
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2027 Update: Recovering Bliss-Ninny Wall Calendar
Recovering Bliss-ninny Calendar - newly updated for 2027! Calling all recovering bliss-ninnies! Here is a newly updated calendar for students of A Course In … [Read More...] about 2027 Update: Recovering Bliss-Ninny Wall Calendar

2027 Updated ACIM Wall Calendar: Humorous quotes lampooning the ego
After realizing that the "Recovering Bliss-Ninny Calendar" – available for several years – had some rather challenging quotes from A Course In Miracles, I made … [Read More...] about 2027 Updated ACIM Wall Calendar: Humorous quotes lampooning the ego

2027 Updated Wall Calendar: A Course In Miracles: Inspiring Quotes
Realizing – in retrospect, after offering the "Recovering Bliss-Ninny Calendar" for several years – that we often can greatly benefit from more gentle, … [Read More...] about 2027 Updated Wall Calendar: A Course In Miracles: Inspiring Quotes

Only my condemnation injures me (Reflections on ACIM workbook lesson 198; SFACIM class conversation)
In this School For A Course In Miracles (SFACIM) video conversation, we reviewed Lesson 198 of the Workbook of A Course In Miracles with generous help from … [Read More...] about Only my condemnation injures me (Reflections on ACIM workbook lesson 198; SFACIM class conversation)

The Definition Of Healing (ACIM; P-2.VI) with Susan Dugan & Bruce Rawles
Susan Dugan and Bruce Rawles explore the topic of The Definition of Healing (ACIM, P-2.VI) in their series of ongoing conversations about A Course in … [Read More...] about The Definition Of Healing (ACIM; P-2.VI) with Susan Dugan & Bruce Rawles

Mind Wandering (SFACIM class conversation)
In this School For A Course In Miracles (SFACIM) video conversation, we read and examined portions of the Workbook of A Course In Miracles with generous help … [Read More...] about Mind Wandering (SFACIM class conversation)

A Course in Miracles: Stefan Bolz and Bruce Rawles on Traveling Light: from gravity to levity
An alternate title for this fun and nerdy conversation might be: "Seriously? Taking (or leaving) the ego lightly (with a nod to Kenneth Wapnick)." Fellow … [Read More...] about A Course in Miracles: Stefan Bolz and Bruce Rawles on Traveling Light: from gravity to levity

Transcending the need to fight (SFACIM class conversation)
In this School For A Course In Miracles (SFACIM) video conversation, we explored how non-duality transcends our imagined need to be constantly at war with … [Read More...] about Transcending the need to fight (SFACIM class conversation)

Favorites! New feature added to the Web Edition of A Course In Miracles! Hooray!!! :-)
There are two new recently announced features on the Web Edition of A Course In Miracles: 1) Dark Mode: Helpful when viewing the Course on your phone, … [Read More...] about Favorites! New feature added to the Web Edition of A Course In Miracles! Hooray!!! :-)

Love Does Not Know Death – a conversation with Adam Rizvi, MD
I was recently introduced to the work of Dr. Adam Rizvi via our mutual friend, and fellow Course student, Jackie Lora Jones. In this video, Adam & I … [Read More...] about Love Does Not Know Death – a conversation with Adam Rizvi, MD

A Symphony of Love: ACIM Gather conversations with Lyn Johnson and Bruce Rawles
Starting Saturday morning, November 22, 2025, Lyn Johnson and Bruce Rawles will share weekly 1-hour conversations (7:30 am Pacific Time) on ACIM Gather online … [Read More...] about A Symphony of Love: ACIM Gather conversations with Lyn Johnson and Bruce Rawles

New entries in new ACIM online glossary
There are (as of today) 99 additional entries in the new web-based ACIM glossary that are not in Kenneth Wapnick's wonderful printed Glossary-Index for A Course … [Read More...] about New entries in new ACIM online glossary

Jeff Seibert of FACIM explores Ken Wapnick’s metaphysics chart (simple version)
In this second YouTube video conversation about the profound, prodigious, and prolific work of Dr. Kenneth Wapnick, Dr. Jeffrey Seibert of the Foundation for A … [Read More...] about Jeff Seibert of FACIM explores Ken Wapnick’s metaphysics chart (simple version)

Doug Sparks class archive update
Doug Sparks has been teaching weekly ACIM classes since the 1980s; visit his archive site for contact information (including archives of his excellent Ken … [Read More...] about Doug Sparks class archive update

From ego incompetence and insanity to Holy Spirit’s sanity: habits and the four stages
This past week, I facilitated four different ACIM study groups/classes (3 on zoom, 1 in person) on the Rules for Decision, habits, and the need for practice, … [Read More...] about From ego incompetence and insanity to Holy Spirit’s sanity: habits and the four stages

A Course In Miracles: A conversation with Myra Fidelman
In this YouTube video conversation, long-time student of A Course In Miracles and Course facilitator, Myra Fidelman, shares a bit of her ACIM history and Dr. … [Read More...] about A Course In Miracles: A conversation with Myra Fidelman

Foundation for A Course In Miracles: A conversation with Dr. Jeffrey Seibert
In this YouTube video conversation, Dr. Jeffrey Seibert of the Foundation for A Course In Miracles (FACIM.org) shares his story of inspiration and involvement … [Read More...] about Foundation for A Course In Miracles: A conversation with Dr. Jeffrey Seibert

Undoing of Fear: The Present Memory – with Jackie Lora Jones and Bruce Rawles
Jackie Lora Jones and Bruce Rawles continue their conversations about A Course In Miracles (ACIM) in this video about Undoing of Fear: The Present Memory. … [Read More...] about Undoing of Fear: The Present Memory – with Jackie Lora Jones and Bruce Rawles

Learning to Trust – by Dave Van Dyke
This is a story about a very difficult time in my life which, because it was so stressful, I had to learn to trust. It was, to date, the experience that taught … [Read More...] about Learning to Trust – by Dave Van Dyke

Which Foundation/Basis/Frame-of-reference? SFACIM class/conversation
In this video, we look at the underlying bedrock, the foundation, the basis, the frame of reference of the two thought systems contrasted in A Course In … [Read More...] about Which Foundation/Basis/Frame-of-reference? SFACIM class/conversation

The Three Steps of Forgiveness – extended
The process of true forgiveness in A Course In Miracles is described in a single sentence in Workbook Lesson 23: "This change requires, first, that the cause … [Read More...] about The Three Steps of Forgiveness – extended

Treasure Troves: 12 Core ACIM Themes from David “dov” Fishman
Thanks to David "dov" Fishman for contributing this "treasure trove" of helpful Course-related quotes and thoughts! (Unless otherwise noted, all quotes are … [Read More...] about Treasure Troves: 12 Core ACIM Themes from David “dov” Fishman

Treasure Trove chart of ACIM’s metaphysics by Mike Mattheiss
I recently got a request via email for the metaphysical chart made by Mike Mattheiss. When I found the laminated copy Mike gave to a handful of us in-person … [Read More...] about Treasure Trove chart of ACIM’s metaphysics by Mike Mattheiss

ACIM conversation: Leon Joel Russell interview by Bruce Rawles
Kindred A Course In Miracles enthusiasts Leon Joel Russell and Bruce Rawles both drew inspiration in their adolescence from their mother's metaphysical … [Read More...] about ACIM conversation: Leon Joel Russell interview by Bruce Rawles

Gary Renard and Cindy Lora-Renard: Pure non-duality and Trust in Holy Spirit as the Foundation for Quantum Forgiveness and Sustainable Peace
Gary Renard and Cindy Lora-Renard talk with Bruce Rawles in this video about ACIM's metaphysics of pure non-duality and how trust in the Holy Spirit (our Inner … [Read More...] about Gary Renard and Cindy Lora-Renard: Pure non-duality and Trust in Holy Spirit as the Foundation for Quantum Forgiveness and Sustainable Peace

Ken’s Metaphysics Chart revisited: How we got here … and how we get back
This video recording and the graphics and details that follow are from the ongoing series of excellent classes provided by Lyn Corona and Tim Wise in their … [Read More...] about Ken’s Metaphysics Chart revisited: How we got here … and how we get back

Absence From Felicity: ACIM Gather conversations with Lyn Johnson and Bruce Rawles
Starting this morning (June 17, 2023) Lyn Johnson and Bruce Rawles will share weekly Saturday morning conversations (7:30 am Pacific Time) on ACIM Gather online … [Read More...] about Absence From Felicity: ACIM Gather conversations with Lyn Johnson and Bruce Rawles

Ahas! … It Just Doesn’t Matter – Miracles Voices Podcast with Tam Morgan and Matt McCabe
We had a very fun conversation last week when again I was the guest (podcast #90, June 1, 2023) on Miracle Voices hosted by Matthew McCabe and (this time) with … [Read More...] about Ahas! … It Just Doesn’t Matter – Miracles Voices Podcast with Tam Morgan and Matt McCabe

Carol Howe and Bruce Rawles talk about grace, kindness, ACIM and more
In this video, veteran teacher and student of A Course In Miracles, Carol Howe, shares thoughts about a wide range of topics including forgiveness, flow, grace, … [Read More...] about Carol Howe and Bruce Rawles talk about grace, kindness, ACIM and more

Gratitude for the Course
Today many organizations are celebrating "Giving Tuesday" which reminds me that anything truly worthwhile is worthy of eternal gratitude in our mind... and … [Read More...] about Gratitude for the Course
SFACIM Classes with Lyn Corona and Tim Wise

The power of decision is my own (Workbook Lesson 152) SFACIM class conversation with Bruce Rawles
In this School For A Course In Miracles (SFACIM) video conversation, we reviewed Workbook Lesson 152 of A Course In Miracles. Here are the first 3 paragraphs of Lesson 152: “1. No one can suffer loss unless it be his own decision. ²No one suffers pain except his choice elects this state for him. ³No […]
Talks with CA Brooks

What is Death? ACIM’s perspective on death – CA Brooks & Bruce Rawles
In this video recording, CA Brooks and Bruce Rawles talk about the challenging topic of death and oblivion from the perspective of the pure non-dual metaphysics of A Course In Miracles (ACIM). As usual, ACIM reverses and corrects so much conventional “wisdom” of the ego propaganda we’ve taught ourselves that promotes the ego’s thought system […]
Talks with Gary Renard and Cindy Lora-Renard

Gary Renard and Cindy Lora-Renard: Pure non-duality and Trust in Holy Spirit as the Foundation for Quantum Forgiveness and Sustainable Peace
Gary Renard and Cindy Lora-Renard talk with Bruce Rawles in this video about ACIM’s metaphysics of pure non-duality and how trust in the Holy Spirit (our Inner Kindness Teacher) is the foundation for (Quantum) True Forgiveness and sustainable peace of mind. Our shared interest in learning and applying the ideas in A Course in Miracles […]
Talks with Jackie Lora Jones

Our only function: healing our own perception – with Jackie Lora Jones and Bruce Rawles
Jackie Lora Jones and Bruce Rawles talk about A Course In Miracles (ACIM) in this video. We’re all teachers 24/7/365; that is our function. We’re always teaching ourselves – either we’re teaching ourselves the belief in separation (sin, guilt, and fear) or we’re teaching ourselves the undoing of that belief (a.k.a. forgiveness). The latter is our only true […]
Talks with Lyn Johnson

A Symphony of Love: ACIM Gather conversations with Lyn Johnson and Bruce Rawles
Starting Saturday morning, November 22, 2025, Lyn Johnson and Bruce Rawles will share weekly 1-hour conversations (7:30 am Pacific Time) on ACIM Gather online radio. We’ll read and discuss the book A Symphony of Love: Selections of Dr. Kenneth Wapnick’s Writings: Autobiographies, Poetry, Short Stories, and Articles by Kenneth Wapnick, Ph.D., and Gloria Wapnick. Here’s […]
Talks with Susan Dugan

The Definition Of Healing (ACIM; P-2.VI) with Susan Dugan & Bruce Rawles
Susan Dugan and Bruce Rawles explore the topic of The Definition of Healing (ACIM, P-2.VI) in their series of ongoing conversations about A Course in Miracles in this YouTube video. The Course’s focus is always and only on our own mind, and our choice between the two thought systems in our own mind: ego (insanity) or our […]
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Love Does Not Know Death – a conversation with Adam Rizvi, MD
I was recently introduced to the work of Dr. Adam Rizvi via our mutual friend, and fellow Course student, Jackie Lora Jones. In this video, Adam & I discussed his work with terminally ill patients (and death in general) as a classroom for learning forgiveness and seeing beyond appearances to our true essence. Ego’s use […]
ACIM Video Conversations

The power of decision is my own (Workbook Lesson 152) SFACIM class conversation with Bruce Rawles
In this School For A Course In Miracles (SFACIM) video conversation, we reviewed Workbook Lesson 152 of A Course In Miracles. Here are the first 3 … [Read More...] about The power of decision is my own (Workbook Lesson 152) SFACIM class conversation with Bruce Rawles
ACIM Audio Conversations

Letting Holy Spirit work through our minds to lead us out of hell – CA Brooks & Bruce Rawles
This video recording with CA Brooks and Bruce Rawles explores the purpose and process of … [Read More...] about Letting Holy Spirit work through our minds to lead us out of hell – CA Brooks & Bruce Rawles
ACIM Events

video: GIST and The Double Shield of Oblivion – RMMC, Denver Feb. 23, 2020
In this video, I share thoughts about some useful Course-related topics like how ego … [Read More...] about video: GIST and The Double Shield of Oblivion – RMMC, Denver Feb. 23, 2020
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The power of decision is my own (Workbook Lesson 152) SFACIM class conversation with Bruce Rawles
In this School For A Course In Miracles (SFACIM) video conversation, we reviewed Workbook … [Read More...] about The power of decision is my own (Workbook Lesson 152) SFACIM class conversation with Bruce Rawles
Talks with Bob Rosenthal

Remembering Dr. Bob Rosenthal
I’m reflecting on many wonderful conversations I was fortunate to have about A Course In Miracles with “Dr. Bob” a.k.a. Robert Rosenthal, M.D. – and a few treasured in-person meetings. Dr. Bob passed yesterday. His deep insights, unique perspectives, and generous levity continue to live on in my mind, in his helpful writing, and in […]