Author Archives: Michael J. Melville

About Michael J. Melville

People describe me as a Spiritual Catalyst because their spiritual evolution speeds up when they share their process with me. Discussing dreams, addictions, sacred medicines, family histories, or personal relationships moves one closer to the core, where the inner child dwells. Once contact with her/him is made, growth resumes.

The Sins of the Fathers

Posted on January 8, 2016 by Michael J. Melville

When the phone rang 17 years ago, it was my niece on the phone, to whom I had not spoken in 18 years. She called to tell me that her mom had suffered an aneurysm in her brain and that … Continue reading →

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Being “Outed” in Whole Foods

Posted on January 1, 2016 by Michael J. Melville

Still wearing my crimson winter jacket and white stole, I donned my Moroccan hat with its small circular mirrors and entered Whole Foods. I paid for my coffee and éclair with a gingerbread man, a clever paper cutout with a … Continue reading →

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Why are six-pointed snowflakes so important?

Posted on December 14, 2015 by Michael J. Melville

It’s funny how little things can be so irritating. During a recent Christmas presentation at Grace Baptist, I was surprised by several things. First was the enormity of the local Southern California church, which reminded me of a small college … Continue reading →

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The Counselor at the dinner table

Posted on November 27, 2015 by Michael J. Melville

If you know a family member, friend, or lover who is struggling with a diagnosis on the Asperger/Autism continuum, or has been abused in childhood, you probably have seen their symptoms and strategies to deal with post-traumatic stress. These adaptations … Continue reading →

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Irish Magic, Monsters, and Transformation, the novels of Douglas Nicholas

Posted on November 21, 2015 by Michael J. Melville

When cultures collide, themes of transformation are necessary. And what better place to discuss cultural conflict than sometime long passed, like say England around the time of Robin Hood and the Magna Carta. Opening up to a wider audience, the … Continue reading →

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It’s All Good

Posted on September 22, 2015 by Michael J. Melville

I first heard the expression “It’s All Good” about ten years ago. I had just been seduced by a younger lover, who wanted to blame me for a delightfully fun sexual adventure. By denying their part in the seductive dance, … Continue reading →

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The Trickster did it again.

Posted on August 16, 2015 by Michael J. Melville

Having just finished a little story for my blog, I hit “publish”, not noticing to which blog it would be posted. The Coyote had the last laugh, but I think my unconscious wanted more coverage, so here it is again. … Continue reading →

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What’s wrong with expressing my feelings?

Posted on August 9, 2015 by Michael J. Melville

Repressed feelings can make us sick, emotionally and physically. Expressing our feelings in creative ways can transform the process and lead us from dis-ease to balance. That process might start with confession to one’s friend or counselor that there is … Continue reading →

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The Bitter Cup: Ayahuasca – beware the hand that serves you

Posted on July 7, 2015 by Michael J. Melville

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Teflon Coating

Posted on June 4, 2015 by Michael J. Melville

When I called Raven, I told him that Krishna didn’t like the article. “He thought I was delusional and he was cutting me out of his life.” The Raven laughed, and said “I liked that article. The wolf, the jackal, … Continue reading →

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