Mentioned in this episode:

• 6 Tips to improve your Lodge's Masonic Education
• Join our Applied Freemasonry program.

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• Bill Short
• Stephen Johnston
• Toby Purisima

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Freemasonry Down Under | The Uniqueness of Australian Masonry

Freemasonry down under may be slightly different than what you may think. The structure of the organization is very interesting in a way that allows for the ritual to be separate from the administrative side of Masonry. For example, Victoria Freemasons have a CEO who handles the business side of the organization. Interestingly enough, in 2016 this male-only organization was led by a woman. 

In this episode of The Winding Stairs, I share with you an interview that I had thought I had lost forever. After almost having to hire a cyber forensics team and after many hours of editing, I was able to restore this conversation about how Freemasonry is practiced in Australia. I hope you enjoy this insight.

 

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Mentioned in this episode:

• Leadership in Masonry
• In 2016, Victoria Freemasons had a female CEO
• How can leadership be used to help Freemasonry
• What is the Blue Lounge Social Club?
• Brought to Light Masonic Podcast
• The Gentlemen’s Brotherhood Podast

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• Bill Short
• Stephen Johnston
• Toby Purisima

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Is a Freemason a Gentleman?

It is said that Freemasonry takes good men and makes them better. When applied effectively, any man who follows the tenets of Freemasonry will begin to resemble more and more what we call a gentleman. But, are all Masons gentlemen? Of course not. Just like not all religious people are saints. However, if we are putting to practice what we learn in Freemasonry, we are surely on our way to being regarded as gentlemen. 

On this episode of The Winding Stairs, I share 3 easy-to-implement tips that can help us really make a difference in our lives and behave more like gentlemen. 

 

Bonus: I will give you a sneak peek at my podcast called "The Gentlemen's Brotherhood". Although not a Masonic podcast, it shares with my other programs the desire to help men become better. I hope you enjoy this episode.  

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Mentioned in this episode:

• The Gentlemen's Brotherhood Podast

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In this episode, we would like to extend a special thanks to:

• Bill Short
• Stephen Johnston
• Toby Purisima

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Have you ever been traveling and thought to yourself “I wonder if there is a Lodge nearby.”? Don’t you wish that you knew which Lodges are near you, when they meet, and if they are in amity with your Grand Lodge? Well, if you own a smartphone, you can do all that and more today!

In this episode, of TWS I have a candid conversation with Brothers Jeremy Barnes & Michael Radigan, the Brothers behind the convenient app called Amity. We discuss how it started, how it’s used today, and what are some of the exciting developments in store for the future. The future of Masonic Travel is here, it’s bright, and you are part of it.

Although pop culture has a very twisted idea of what The Order of the Illuminati really is or was, there is scholarly work being done today by prominent historian and researchers. Fortunately, some of these professionals are Brothers and have done amazing work at documenting this history and revealing some of the mysteries that tie it to Freemasonry. 

In this episode of The Winding Stairs, we have a conversation with Brother Josef Wages to discuss his scholarly work on dusting off the details behind Adam Weishaupt's extensive work. Brother Josef is the author of "The Secret School of Wisdom: The Authentic Rituals and Doctrines of The Illuminati" and was heavily involved in the research for the documentary by Brother Johnny Royal, Illuminated Movie.

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In this episode, we would like to extend a special thanks to:

• Jack Heide
• John Livingston
• Louis Ruehlmann
• Bill Short
• Stephen Johnston
• Toby Purisima

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Virtual Freemasonry

A replacement for traditional Lodges?

In the 21st Century, there is no shortage of technologies that can facilitate communication. With the advent of social media, many people have resorted to getting less and less involved in physical activities and social events. Among the changes we have seen with the adoption of social media as a "replacement" for human interaction, is a growth in the number of people that resort to Virtual Freemasonry as their number one source of Masonic Education. Should it replace traditional Lodge meetings altogether? How will Freemasonry look in the coming decades?

 

On this episode of The Winding Stairs, I sit down with one of the co-hosts of The Masonic Roundtable and one of the officers of Castle Island Virtual Lodge. Two Brothers who are very familiar with Virtual Freemasonry and the digital revolution within the Craft. We hope you enjoy this exploration into Virtual Freemasonry.

Support for The Winding Stairs Freemasonry Podcast

This program is made possible in part by the generous support of our exclusive group of supporters on Patreon.com
In this episode, we would like to extend a special thanks to:

• Jack Heide
• John Livingston
• Louis Ruehlmann
• Bill Short
• Stephen Johnston
• Toby Purisima

Your support helps us share more Light with Brothers around the world. Thank you!

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Masonic Music for Lodges

A few episodes ago we sat down for a conversation with Brother Joscar Poerschke, composer and pianist. This talented Brother has put together a collection of music designed to accompany our beautiful rituals. When played by an experienced musician or simply by playing it through a Bluetooth speaker, these songs have the potential of elevating the ritual experience to another level.

We hope you enjoy the insights Brother Joscar shared about his creative process and how these pieces were inspired.

If you are interested in learning more about Bro. Joscar's work, please visit:  https://amzn.to/2y7xzYh

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This program is made possible in part by the generous support of our exclusive group of supporters on Patreon.com   In this episode we would like to extend a special thanks to:

• Stephen Johnston
• Bill Short
• Toby Purisima

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How does a Meaningful Lodge Experience look like? When you first set foot into a stated meeting as a Master Mason, was the experience everything you expected it to be? Do you think that your Lodge's meetings have room for improvement?

On this episode of The Winding Stairs, I sit down with Bro. Manny Lozada of Orange Blossom Lodge No. 80 in Sunny Kissimmee, Florida. We had a conversation about how we can make our Lodge meetings more memorable and meaningful. 

Listen as we share some small and easy to implement improvements that can have a big impact long term. 

We hope you find this episode edifying.  

Support for The Winding Stairs Freemasonry Podcast

This program is made possible in part by the generous support of our exclusive group of supporters on Patreon.com   In this episode we would like to extend a special thanks to:

• Stephen Johnston
• Bill Short

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Special Thanks

We are fortunate to work alongside some amazing Brothers who help make this content possible for you. I would like to personally thank my podcast team for their valuable work.

Music

Some of our music was provided by the amazingly talented Billy Mays III | Infinite Third.

Check out his music by visiting https://music.infinitethird.com/

In this episode, I sit down for a conversation with a very talented Brother who is a composer, writer, and film-maker. As the Director and Producer of films like 33 & Beyond and the upcoming documentary titled “Illuminated”, Bro:. Royal pulls back the curtain on Fraternal Orders like Freemasonry and the Illuminati with accuracy and impeccable style.

Support for The Winding Stairs Freemasonry Podcast

This program is made possible in part by the generous support of our exclusive group of supporters on Patreon.com   In this episode we would like to extend a special thanks to:

• Stephen Johnston

Your support helps us share more Light with Brothers around the world. Thank you.

Join our Exclusive Group of Supporters

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• By leaving a brief rating and review on Apple Podcasts or on your favorite podcast app.
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We are fortunate to work alongside some amazing Brothers who help make this content possible for you. I would like to personally thank my podcast team for their valuable work.

• Robert Marshall
• Jakob Barnard
• Kevin Swartz

 

 

Masonic Lodge Secretary

The Masonic Lodge Secretary is one of the Lodge Officer positions. A very challenging Masonic leadership position that could be incredibly fulfilling when performed in an organized manner. In this episode of The Winding Stairs Freemasonry Podcast, the secretary of Waco Lodge No.92 -Bro:. Robert Marshall- joins us for a conversation about being a Masonic Lodge Secretary, Masonic Leadership, and some of the challenges that come with these responsibilities. 

Support for The Winding Stairs Freemasonry Podcast

This program is made possible in part by the generous support of our exclusive group of supporters on Patreon.com   In this episode we would like to extend a special thanks to:

• Stephen Johnston

Your support helps us share more Light with Brothers around the world. Thank you. 

Masonic Ritual Music may not be prominent in today's Lodges, but being one of the most evolved Liberal Arts, it can have a profound effect in an initiates experience. Join me as I share an amazing composition for Piano by W. B. Joscar Poerschke that can be used in your Lodge Ritual today.

100 Days | A Conversation with Robert Bone of In The Chair Podcast

When we are about to start something we've never done before, we often feel overwhelmed. But why should we go through so much trouble, when so many others have gone this way before us?  On this episode of The Winding Stairs, we have a conversation with W:. Bro. Robert Bone, host of In The Chair Podcast. Brother Bone is a professional magician and mind-reader and on this episode, he shares some of the techniques he has adapted from his vocation to aid him in his Masonic Journey. This is an episode you don't want to miss. 

Do you love Masonry? Do you love playing with Lego Building Blocks? If you answered yes to these two seemingly disparate questions, then you are up for a treat! On this episode of The Winding Stairs, I speak with Bro. Joshua Poole about a proposed model of The House of The Temple, which has the potential of being added to the Architecture line of Legos. The good thing is that you can help us make this a reality. 

To vote for the House of the Temple Set, visit: https://ideas.lego.com/projects/159780

Subscribe to our channel to stay informed of other stimulating conversations with men who have made the lessons of Freemasonry a part of their lives and be a witness to the great power behind these timeless lessons.

 

Do you know yourself? Really, think about it... Do you really know yourself?
http://www.TheWindingStairs.com/KnowThyselfBook

I had the pleasure of sitting with Bro. Michael "The Voice" Schiavello to speak about the proper way to use the lessons of Freemasonry (What some may call the Secrets of Freemasonry) to improve one's life.

The lessons that have been part of Freemasons for centuries have left an indelible mark in our society, and to incorporate those lessons into our lives should be one of our top priorities. But, why?

Listen in on this conversation and open your mind to getting to know yourself better and unlock the potential within you to live your best life today.

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Where you can find lively discussions about Freemasonry and its lessons.

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22 Months | A Conversation with Bro. Jon Ruark

On this episode of The Winding Stairs, we finalize our conversation about One Day Classes by confronting our opinion with hard facts. Bro. Jon Ruark conducted a comprehensive survey of Freemasonry Membership and participation for this very purpose. On this episode, we will discuss reasons why One Day Classes may not work, When are ODCs appropriate and what can be done to increase participation and a sense of satisfaction from the members of the Craft. 

I hope that you find this episode edifying.

Mentioned in this episode

• The Masonic Roundtable
• Thank you to Billy Mays III for his music. Listen to his masterful work by visiting: http://music.infinitethird.com/
• This episode of The Winding Stairs was sponsored in part by Masonic Revival.
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Blue Lightning | A Conversation with Bro. Chris Hodapp

On this episode of The Winding Stairs, we tackle a very contentious topic, One Day Classes. I recently asked The Winding Stairs Facebook Group Members "What is your opinion about One Day Classes in Freemasonry?" and the result was shocking. Not only did I discover that the majority of respondents had a negative opinion regarding One Day Classes, but many held some sort of animosity towards Brothers who have joined the fraternity in this manner. Dismayed by this negativity, I contacted Brother Chris Hodapp, author of Freemasons for Dummies, to learn more one-day classes, their effectiveness, and how Brothers should handle discussions about this topic. In this candid conversation, you will learn:

I hope that you find this episode edifying.

Mentioned in this episode

• Visit Bro. Chris Hodapp's Blog Freemasons for Dummies
• Thank you to Billy Mays III for his music. Listen to his masterful work by visiting: http://music.infinitethird.com/
• This episode of The Winding Stairs was sponsored in part by Masonic Revival.

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Behave Like a Mason

The 4 Places you are expected to behave like a Mason

Where should we behave like a Mason? The answer should be simple, Everywhere. However, I selected four places where your behavior as a Mason can have a rippling effect. The benefits derived from behaving as a Mason in these specific circumstances will yield exponential benefits to your life. During this episode of The Winding Stairs Freemasonry Podcast, I reveal the project that has kept me busy for the best part of this year. Please make sure to listen to the program on its entirety and share it with like-minded men.

Mentioned on this episode:

• Join the new community of Men who value common courtesy and manners. Join The Gentlemen's Brotherhood
• To see my personal collection of Masonic Art visit FreemasonryArt.com
• Listen to The Masonic Roundtable for Masonic News and Discussions by 5 Brothers from around the U.S.

To Support The Winding Stairs visit www.FreemasonryArt.com

We are very proud to present a new collection of apparel, available exclusively through The Winding Stairs Masonic Store. Original designs related to Freemasonry and emblazoned on T-shirts, Sweaters, and Hoodies. To see the collection, visit FreemasonryArt.com or click on the image for more information.

Do you have examples where you have seen Brothers not behaving as Masons? What lessons did you learn then?

-Please share your story in the comments section below. Image Credit: “Scream” by Crosa, Licensed by CC BY 2.0

On this episode of The Winding Stairs, we tackle a very contentious topic, One Day Classes. I recently asked The Winding Stairs Facebook Group Members "What is your opinion about One Day Classes in Freemasonry?" and the result was shocking. Not only did I discover that the majority of respondents had a negative opinion regarding One Day Classes, but many held some sort of animosity towards Brothers who have joined the fraternity in this manner. Dismayed by the negative dynamics that I witnessed within the threads, I contacted two Brothers who I admire greatly. Brother Chris Hodapp, author of Freemasons for Dummies and Bro. Jon Ruark, my co-host on The Masonic Roundtable. Both of these Brothers are Past Masters in their respective States, but they have gone above and beyond in their attempt to understand and offer solutions to the One Day Conferral Conundrum. I hope that you find this episode edifying.

Thank you for joining me in this program. The Winding Stairs Podcast is intended to be a documentation of a journey, which we can enjoy together. This journey is one of discovery and growth. Who Am I? I am a professional artist and Master Mason, who is very interested in the history of Freemasonry and the application of its tenets for self improvements. What qualifies me to create a program about Freemasonry? Although I began my Masonic Career rather recently (2009) and I am in an early phase of my growth as a Mason, I have been diligent about acquiring Masonic Education and continue to study daily to become a better Man. I am creating this program as a friendly environment where we can meet to discover and discuss Masonic Topics. It is not intended to replace your personal Masonic research or the standardized Masonic education, which your Lodge may provide. We can simply consider it an additional source of Light in Masonry. Among the topics we might discuss in this program you will find: A Virtuous Life: Features a specific virtue and an example in which this virtue can be exercised or has been exercised by a prominent historical figure. Winding Steps: Here the focus is on one of the 15 steps of the Winding Stairs. This will anchor the conversation every week about one of the steps upon which we should be improving. The tone of the podcast is intended to be a friendly and informative one where we can grow together. As we explore the areas of our life that have room for improvement we will develop a road-map for growth. Who should listen to this program? This program is intended for everyone, from Master Masons to people curious about the Order. Hopefully it can provide answers and inspiration for individuals to familiarize themselves with Freemasonry. What is the format of the show? Considering that it is at it's infancy, the format is bound to evolve from it's current state, but only with your feedback will it reach its potential. How can you reach me? If you have any questions or comments, you are welcomed to share them trough this Blog, or through the contact information available above in the Contact Us tab. Let's continue this conversation here on the Blog through comments or by Liking Us on Facebook http://www.Facebook.com/MasonicFundraiser ------- As part of the road map to success, we will explore different moral virtues and how we can become better at exercising them. Since I was working on this program through the Holidays it was appropriate to explore the delicate virtue of Patience. But, Is patience a virtue? After a little research, I found conflicting interpretations of whether Patience is a virtue or not. It is elegantly described in some sources as the result of carefully developed and correctly applied virtues. Among them: Prudence Fortitude Compassion Empathy Courtesy Courage Justice Don't feel guilty if you are not particularly patient; simply recognize that impatience might just be the symptom of other underlying conditions, which when understood, have a better chance of being corrected. E.g. Lack of sleep, lack of exercise, careless diet, emotional or spiritual neglect. "A Person's Wisdom yields patience; It is to one's glory to overlook an offense." Proverbs 19:11 This means that your initiative to increase your wisdom, will result in increased patience. Thinking of your patience as a battery that needs to be fully charged in order for it to yield positive results. It also needs to be replenished frequently and as fully as possible. +++What tools can we use to replenish our Patience Battery.

Living Stones A conversation with Robert Herd On this episode of The Winding Stairs, we have a conversation with Brother Robert Herd, publisher of Living Stones Magazine. Bro. Herd discusses his early days in Freemasonry, the importance of the Liberal Arts and Sciences in Freemasonry. For those Brothers who may not be getting from their Lodge what they expected when they initially joined, there is sound advice to make your experience significantly better. On this episode we discuss Bro. Herd's participation in the origin of what we know as the Traditional Observance Movement. This is episode 2 of 2 from a very informative and motivating conversation I had with this incredible Brother. [clear] Do you enjoy The Winding Stairs? Please take one minute to leave us a Rating & Review on iTunes: www.TheWindingStairs.com/iTunes Mentioned in this episode Brother Herd publishes one of the leading Masonic publications: Living Stones Magazine For more information about Bro. Herd's book visit: Initiatic.guru Join the new community of Men who value common courtesy and manners. Join The Gentlemen's Brotherhood To see my personal collection of Masonic Art visit FreemasonryArt.com Listen to The Masonic Roundtable for Masonic News and Discussions by 5 Brothers from around the U.S. To Support The Winding Stairs visit www.FreemasonryArt.com I am very proud to introduce my latest addition to the Liberal Arts and Sciences Collection. The piece is titled Arithmetic by Juan Sepulveda, Exclusively on The Winding Stairs Masonic Store. You should see this collection, It hold a special place in my life and I hope it will in yours as well.  Visit the collection page to see the deep symbolism that I have hidden in each and every piece. When you add these artworks to your collection, you will be exposed to symbols that remind you of the importance of having a well-rounded education. The Trivium and the Quadrivium hold the kind of wisdom that set minds free from bondage and directed them to leave a legacy of greatness. Surround yourself with this wisdom today. go to FreemasonryArt.com and order your collection. Are you getting from your Lodge what you expected when you first joined? Do you have any advice for Brothers who may not feel the same way you do? -Please share your story in the comments section below. Image Credit: “Strong Foundation” by Juan Sepulveda Licensed by CC BY 2.0

  Living Stones A conversation with Robert Herd On this episode of The Winding Stairs, we have a conversation with Brother Robert Herd, publisher of Living Stones Magazine. Bro. Herd discusses his early days in Freemasonry, the importance of the Liberal Arts and Sciences in Freemasonry. For those Brothers who may not be getting from their Lodge what they expected when they initially joined, there is sound advice to make your experience significantly better. This is episode 1 of 2 from a very informative and motivating conversation I had with this incredible Brother. [clear] Do you enjoy The Winding Stairs? Please take one minute to leave us a Rating & Review on iTunes: www.TheWindingStairs.com/iTunes Mentioned on this episode Brother Herd publishes one of the leading Masonic publications: Living Stones Magazine Join the new community of Men who value common courtesy and manners. Join The Gentlemen's Brotherhood To see my personal collection of Masonic Art visit FreemasonryArt.com Listen to The Masonic Roundtable for Masonic News and Discussions by 5 Brothers from around the U.S. To Support The Winding Stairs visit www.FreemasonryArt.com   I am very proud to introduce my latest addition to the Liberal Arts and Sciences Collection. The piece is titled Grammar by Juan Sepulveda, Exclusively on The Winding Stairs Masonic Store. The collection began with five pieces, but now the collection is only missing Arithmetic. You should see this collection, It hold a special place in my life and I hope it will in yours as well.  Visit the collection page to see the deep symbolism that I have hidden in each and every piece. When you add these artworks to your collection, you will be exposed to symbols that remind you of the importance of having a well-rounded education. The Trivium and the Quadrivium hold the kind of wisdom that set minds free from bondage and directed them to leave a legacy of greatness. Surround yourself with this wisdom today. go to FreemasonryArt.com and order your collection. Are you getting from your Lodge what you expected when you first joined? Do you have any advice for Brothers who may not feel the same way you do? -Please share your story in the comments section below. Image Credit: “Strong Foundation” by Juan Sepulveda Licensed by CC BY 2.0

The Pact A conversation with Robert P. Lewis On this episode of The Winding Stairs, we have a conversation with Former Green Beret and Author Bro:. Robert P. Lewis. He joins us for an insightful conversation about his life journey and the role that Freemasonry has had in it. He recounts that his life changed after the events of September 11 and we will learn how those events and the subsequent decisions he made have reshaped his life. [clear] Do you enjoy The Winding Stairs? Please take one minute to leave us a Rating & Review on iTunes: www.TheWindingStairs.com/iTunes Mentioned on this episode These are the two books by Robert P. Lewis that we mentioned in the interview. The Pact and "Love Me When I'm Gone". Join the new community of Men who value common courtesy and manners. Join The Gentlemen's Brotherhood To see my personal collection of Masonic Art visit FreemasonryArt.com Listen to The Masonic Roundtable for Masonic News and Discussions by 5 Brothers from around the U.S. To Support The Winding Stairs visit www.FreemasonryArt.com   I am very proud to introduce my latest addition to the Liberal Arts and Sciences Collection. The piece is titled Grammar by Juan Sepulveda, Exclusively on The Winding Stairs Masonic Store. The collection began with five pieces, but now the collection is only missing Arithmetic. You should see this collection, It hold a special place in my life and I hope it will in yours as well.  Visit the collection page to see the deep symbolism that I have hidden in each and every piece. When you add these artworks to your collection, you will be exposed to symbols that remind you of the importance of having a well-rounded education. The Trivium and the Quadrivium hold the kind of wisdom that set minds free from bondage and directed them to leave a legacy of greatness. Surround yourself with this wisdom today. go to FreemasonryArt.com and order your collection. Did you identify with any of the life experiences shared by Bro. Robert Lewis? -Please share your story in the comments section below. Image Credit: “130725-A-YI554-976” by USASOC Licensed by CC BY 2.0

Measured Improvements You can't improve what you don't measure. As we continue to mature, we become aware of areas of our life that need improvement. Although we might have the right intention to improve upon those areas of our life, we may fail to make any significant progress, if we fail to keep some sort of record of our progress. We may fall into a false sense of security, that convinces us that we are making progress merely because we are aware of the situation. This is not an effective way to improve, it can be deceiving you into remaining stagnant or getting worse without really noticing. It is very difficult to continuously improve upon something that we are not tracking. On this episode of The Winding Stairs, we discuss various tricks that you can easily implement to begin making progress on those things you want to change. Remember, great distances are traveled one step at a time, but you have to be willing to take the steps to begin enjoying the benefits of divesting yourself of the superfluities that keep you from making measured improvements. [clear] Do you enjoy The Winding Stairs? Please take one minute to leave us a Rating & Review on iTunes: www.TheWindingStairs.com/iTunes Mentioned on this episode: Some of the music featured in this episode of The Winding Stairs was brought to you courtesy of Billy Mays III | Infinite Third Listen to Infinite Third on SoundCloud Find Infinite Third on Facebook  To see my personal collection of Masonic Art visit FreemasonryArt.com Listen to The Masonic Roundtable for Masonic News and Discussions by 5 Brothers from around the U.S. To Support The Winding Stairs visit www.FreemasonryArt.com Do you have more than one #Masonic pin? Of course you do! It is no mystery that we love our pins. Every pin tells a story and deserves to be seen. Don't keep your pins hidden in a dark drawer, bring them to Light by displaying them on The Winding Stairs' Pin Display Apron. (Great Gift Idea) Order Yours today! I am very proud to introduce the Liberal Arts and Sciences Collection by Juan Sepulveda, Exclusively on The Winding Stairs Masonic Store. I began the collection with these five pieces, because they hold a special place in my life. Visit the collection page to see the deep symbolism that I have hidden in each and every piece. When you add these artworks to your collection, you will be exposed to symbols that remind you of the importance of having a well rounded education. The Trivium and the Quadrivium hold the kind of wisdom that set minds free from bondage and directed them to leave a legacy of greatness. Surround yourself with this wisdom today. go to FreemasonryArt.com and order your collection.  

Replacing Habits Hijacking the triggers that keep you stuck! We are creatures of habits. Sometimes we unconsciously fall into cycles and habits that are very challenging to overcome. It is not that we are not strong enough, but the mechanism by which we adopt these habits is very effective and to be able to replace these behaviors, we need to understand how it all works. I recorded this brief installment of The Winding Stairs Freemasonry Podcast, while going out for a jog. As soon as I was done running, I spontaneously decided to record some of my thoughts on the subject of habit-replacement. On this episode, we are Chipping at the Stone, like in previous episodes. This is a shorter version of our normal-length episodes, in which I share some actionable technique to help you chip away at your imperfections and become a more perfect stone. Since January I have been focusing on the subject of Rituals and Behaviors, because i want to better understand how our brain works and how I can use that knowledge to help my self-improvement and by consequence share my findings with you. I hope you find this episode entertaining and enlightening. If you want to learn more about the concepts of replacing bad habits with good ones, I recommend that you read the book The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg. I enjoyed it and learned a lot about hijacking the triggers that usually remind us to engage on the bad habits adopted by making predetermined decisions on what our behavior will be once we encounter those triggers. [clear] Do you enjoy The Winding Stairs? Please take one minute to leave us a Rating & Review on iTunes: www.TheWindingStairs.com/iTunes Mentioned on this episode: The music featured in this episode of The Winding Stairs was brought to you courtesy of Billy Mays III | Infinite Third Listen to Infinite Third on SoundCloud Find Infinite Third on Facebook  To see my personal collection of Masonic Art visit FreemasonryArt.com Listen to The Masonic Roundtable for Masonic News and Discussions by 5 Brothers from around the U.S. To Support The Winding Stairs visit www.FreemasonryArt.com Do you have more than one #Masonic pin? Of course you do! It is no mystery that we love our pins. Every pin tells a story and deserves to be seen. Don't keep your pins hidden in a dark drawer, bring them to Light by displaying them on The Winding Stairs' Pin Display Apron. (Great Gift Idea) Order Yours today! I am very proud to introduce the Liberal Arts and Sciences Collection by Juan Sepulveda, Exclusively on The Winding Stairs Masonic Store. I began the collection with these five pieces, because they hold a special place in my life. Visit the collection page to see the deep symbolism that I have hidden in each and every piece. When you add these artworks to your collection, you will be exposed to symbols that remind you of the importance of having a well rounded education. The Trivium and the Quadrivium hold the kind of wisdom that set minds free from bondage and directed them to leave a legacy of greatness. Surround yourself with this wisdom today. go to FreemasonryArt.com and order your collection.  

5 Art Mediums That Support The Pillar of Beauty We continue our conversation with Masonic Artist Ryan J Flynn. Which 5 Art Mediums support the Pillar of Beauty in Freemasonry? On the second installment of our conversation with Bro. Ryan Flynn, we discuss 5 Art Mediums that help support the effective visual lessons in Masonic Education. Learn, which are our top 5 mediums for depicting lessons in Morality and Virtues. On this episode of The Winding Stairs Freemasonry Podcast, we have the privilege of exploring the topic of Art in Freemasonry with our talented Brother Ryan J Flynn. Join us, as we discuss the answers to these questions: Which art mediums are effective in teaching Masonic Truths? How are Tracing Boards used to teach candidates? How has art evolved in Freemasonry? What are early uses of Art in Masonic Education? What can a talented Brother do to support his Lodge? The answer to these and many more questions are contained in an exclusive video interview I had with Bro. Ryan J Flynn. Bro:. Flynn is the artist behind the Illuminated Patents and The Codex Series. Do you enjoy The Winding Stairs? Please take one minute to leave us a Rating & Review on iTunes: www.TheWindingStairs.com/iTunes Mentioned on this episode: To learn more about Bro:. Ryan J Flynn's artwork, visit: www.RyanJFlynn.com The music featured in this episode of The Winding Stairs was brought to you courtesy of Billy Mays III | Infinite Third Listen to Infinite Third on SoundCloud Find Infinite Third on Facebook  To see my personal collection of Masonic Art visit FreemasonryArt.com Listen to The Masonic Roundtable for Masonic News and Discussions by 5 Brothers from around the U.S. To Support The Winding Stairs visit www.FreemasonryArt.com Do you have more than one #Masonic pin? Of course you do! It is no mystery that we love our pins. Every pin tells a story and deserves to be seen. Don't keep your pins hidden in a dark drawer, bring them to Light by displaying them on The Winding Stairs' Pin Display Apron. (Great Gift Idea) Order Yours today! I am very proud to introduce the Liberal Arts and Sciences Collection by Juan Sepulveda, Exclusively on The Winding Stairs Masonic Store. I began the collection with these five pieces, because they hold a special place in my life. Visit the collection page to see the deep symbolism that I have hidden in each and every piece. When you add these artworks to your collection, you will be exposed to symbols that remind you of the importance of having a well rounded education. The Trivium and the Quadrivium hold the kind of wisdom that set minds free from bondage and directed them to leave a legacy of greatness. Surround yourself with this wisdom today. go to FreemasonryArt.com and order your collection.