Julie O'Hara - Author, Poet and Spiritual Warrior
Bio
Thank you for reading my work. Feel free to contact me with your thoughts or if you want to chat. [email protected]
Stories (1251)
Filter by community
The Power of Empathy: Beyond Opinion in the Realm of Knowledge
Absolutely, Julie — I can expand this into a full, flowing, 3000‑word We live in an age where information is abundant but understanding is scarce. Opinions swirl around us like dust in a sunbeam—everywhere, constantly shifting, catching the light for a moment before drifting into obscurity. They fill our newsfeeds, shape our conversations, and often determine the tone of public discourse. Yet for all their ubiquity, opinions rarely illuminate anything essential. They are quick, reactive, and frequently untethered from the deeper truths that lie beneath the surface of human experience.
By Julie O'Hara - Author, Poet and Spiritual Warrior9 days ago in Humans
Judgement and Reflection
One of the most liberating truths in spiritual life is the distinction between judgment and reflection. This single distinction, when understood deeply, can transform the way we see ourselves, others, and the world.
By Julie O'Hara - Author, Poet and Spiritual Warrior12 days ago in Humans
Why Compromise Isn’t Always Ideal: Rethinking How Couples Make Decisions
Compromise is often praised as the gold standard of healthy relationships. We’re told that “meeting in the middle” is the mature, loving thing to do. But in reality, compromise can sometimes leave both people dissatisfied. When each person gives up half of what they want, no one walks away feeling fully seen, fully honored, or fully satisfied. Instead of creating harmony, compromise can create a quiet, lingering sense of loss.
By Julie O'Hara - Author, Poet and Spiritual Warrior12 days ago in Humans
Violence as the Ultimate Distortion of Free Will: An Outward Expression of an Inward Fracture
Free will is one of the most astonishing gifts bestowed upon the human soul. It is the sacred capacity that allows us to choose love, truth, and alignment with God’s wisdom. It is the hinge upon which destiny turns, the quiet power through which human beings ascend to nobility, integrity, and spiritual maturity. Yet the same gift, when severed from humility and grace, can become the very force that leads us into fragmentation, despair, and self‑betrayal. Nowhere is this distortion more visible than in violence.
By Julie O'Hara - Author, Poet and Spiritual Warrior12 days ago in Humans
One of the Most Liberating Truths in Spiritual Life
One of the most liberating truths in spiritual life is the distinction between judgment and reflection. This single distinction, when understood deeply, can transform the way we see ourselves, others, and the world.
By Julie O'Hara - Author, Poet and Spiritual Warrior12 days ago in Humans
Parricide, Addiction, and the Fear Parents Carry
Parricide, Addiction, and the Fear Parents Carry Parricide—the act of murdering one’s parent—is among the most shocking crimes imaginable. Though rare, it accounts for about 1–3% of homicides in the United States annually. For parents of addicts, the fear of parricide is not abstract; it is lived daily in moments of rage, manipulation, and violence.
By Julie O'Hara - Author, Poet and Spiritual Warrior26 days ago in Humans
Potential, Free Will, and the Sacred Path of Surrender
Potential, Free Will, and the Sacred Path of Surrender I was raised with the belief that all lives matter, that every person carries value simply by being a child of God. It is a comforting thought, one that promises belonging and equality. It reassures us that no matter who we are or where we come from, we are loved and cherished.
By Julie O'Hara - Author, Poet and Spiritual Warriorabout a month ago in Humans
Ghosts, Reality Bleedover, and the Angel of Death
Ghosts, Reality Bleedover, and the Angel of Death 1. Introduction For centuries, humanity has been haunted by the idea of ghosts—spirits trapped between worlds, unable to move on. Folklore, religion, and popular culture have reinforced this image, portraying ghosts as restless souls bound to earthly places by trauma, unfinished business, or divine punishment. Yet this conception is deeply flawed. It reflects human fear more than divine truth.
By Julie O'Hara - Author, Poet and Spiritual Warriorabout a month ago in Humans
Reality as Illusion: Dreams, Energy, and the Expansion of Consciousness
Reality as Illusion: Dreams, Energy, and the Expansion of Consciousness Introduction The notion that reality is not what we think it is has fascinated mystics, philosophers, and scientists for centuries. From Plato’s allegory of the cave to Hinduism’s doctrine of Maya, humanity has long suspected that the world we perceive is not ultimate reality but a veil. Modern physics, neuroscience, and metaphysics now echo these insights, suggesting that our experience of solidity and permanence is a construct of perception. This essay explores the idea that waking life is an illusion, dreams are alternate realities, and consciousness is a spark of energy learning through experience.
By Julie O'Hara - Author, Poet and Spiritual Warriorabout a month ago in Humans
The False Narrative of Spiritual Specialness: Ego, Humility, and the Human Purpose
In the modern spiritual landscape, countless voices proclaim: “I came here to change the world,” “I am a Pleiadian,” or “I was sent to guide humanity.” These declarations, often celebrated online with affirmations and “Amens,” reflect a troubling distortion of awakening. While awakening is real, the ego frequently hijacks it, twisting awareness into narratives of specialness. This essay argues that such claims are false narratives rooted in ego, not humility. The true purpose of incarnation is shared by all: to experience life in human bodies, to learn love, compassion, and empathy, and to lead by example rather than self‑proclaimed missions.
By Julie O'Hara - Author, Poet and Spiritual Warriorabout a month ago in Humans
The Arrogance of “Spiritual but Not Religious”: Ego, Tradition, and the Loss of Humility
In contemporary discourse, the phrase “I’m spiritual but not religious” has become a cultural badge. It signals independence from institutions, a rejection of dogma, and a claim to authenticity. Yet beneath this declaration often lies an unhealed ego—an ego so enamored with its own specialness that it dismisses the wisdom of elders, masters, and scholars who devoted lifetimes to spiritual study. This essay argues that the modern embrace of “spirituality without religion” frequently reflects arrogance rather than enlightenment, privileging shallow personal experience over the disciplined humility of tradition.
By Julie O'Hara - Author, Poet and Spiritual Warriorabout a month ago in Humans
