Bridge to Oneness Activities

Kaleidoscope Activity

A Divine Inner Child Activity

Are you kaleidoscopic in your worldview or consciousness?

According to the Merriam Webster dictionary, a kaleidoscope consists of "changes of position … of … glass … reflected in an endless variety of patterns."

As a young child, it was probably my favourite toy; it gave me such joy and wonder! I've always been fascinated by rainbows and prisms, as well as anything that depicts the multifaceted, multicoloured Life that we're all a part of. Seeing with kaleidoscopic eyes or in an open, unlimited way, leads to greater Awareness and appreciation of All Life — Open Living!

This is an introspective type of activity: so take a moment or two before you begin, to just breathe and center yourself; meditation or yoga is also a great way to put you "in the mood."

• Imagine your own life as a kaleidoscope: always changing, always interweaving with those you meet, human or otherwise, and all you do … even the air you breathe is shared by others all over the Earth! After reflecting on this, take some time to write about how your life is like a kaleidoscope: for example, at work or school, with friends or family, at home, doing hobbies, shopping, interacting with neighbours or even those you meet on the bus, subway or street!


• Then, take time to walk with greater Awareness, in your own area or elsewhere — keeping in mind the kaleidoscopic view of Life, in the myriad of ways It unfolds … You may want to carry a notebook with you for this second part of the activity, as undoubtedly more insights will come to you.

This activity will assist you in (re)connecting with your innermost child in a lovely and graceful way!

Scavenger Hunt #1

A Community-Based, Outer-World Activity

In this age of instant everything, especially technology, it is so important to use one's discernment concerning spiritual teachings — there are many wonderful and gifted teachers out there, but there are also ones who will try to mislead you, for example, by "guaranteeing" your instant Enlightenment.

Life is truly a journey, or a process, and by realising this and appreciating all the hues and layers — the multiplicity of it all — assists us greatly in our personal/inner growth! If we enjoy the journey as we go, that too helps us on our Path, and leads us into greater Love for All of Life.

For those of you who, like me, live in the Greater Toronto area, we have a distinct advantage: Toronto is probably the most cosmopolitan, diverse City in North America.

And in the growing global Interfaith community, the theme of Unity in Diversity is everywhere. As awareness of our oneness continues to blossom, we will be valuing our unity and celebrating our diversity, like never before.

On this subject, therefore, this activity takes you out of your "comfort zone"; although you can begin this "outer world" Scavenger Hunt at home, it is best to go afield, so to speak … Through newspapers and other media, films etc., chatting with neighbours and friends, or even so-called strangers, we can glean a lot, concerning our similarities and differences.

• Collect any data, or even objects, that depict the similarities of our brothers and sisters, near and far … You may want to keep a journal or log-book for this purpose.


• Scavenge your way in less likely places, both at home or elsewhere … Be imaginative! This can also be a great networking activity, with email pals abroad, for example.


• Take time afterwards to reflect on your findings and their deeper significances.

You will be pleasantly surprised to find that you have more in common with others, than differences … As you learn about others, you will also learn about yourself, and the interconnected, global village we have truly become!