“O God, thy sea is so great and my boat is so small” ~Breton Fisherman's prayer ~ Painting by Winslow Homer

Our society values independence and self-reliance. We are encouraged to find our own truth, to have faith in ourselves, believe in our own strength. But in reality, we are little boats in stormy seas, aren't we?

Buddhists have refuge in the Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha. Christians believe that Jesus saves us. Jews know that God is our refuge and strength (Psalm 68:6). Pantheists see God in everything. Hindus might pray to Lord Shiva. Some say the Universe has our back, others that Mother Earth supports us. 12-step-ers come to believe in a power greater than ourselves that can restore us to sanity. We all need help. I can help you be at peace with your "smallness" and trust "Bigness."