My Blog – Badi Shams

In Economics
On September 17, 2026

Mysticism, Spirituality and Economics

I have been called the mystic economist because of the deep influence of mysticism in my life, stemming from the religious Writings, Baha’i writings and those of Rumi and other mystics.There is a general view that we are human beings, and we sometimes experience a spiritual life. But another spiritual…

In Economics
On August 17, 2026

Guidelines for Economic Living (Part Six)

Messages from the Universal House of Justice Related to EconomicsIntroductionIt is a blessing to have the assurance that divine guidance is always available to help humanity find its way to an ever-advancing civilization. Understanding the uniqueness of the Universal House of…

In Life
On July 23, 2026

Education Systems and Human Values

Years of involvement with education systems, including starting an overseas school, have at times made me wonder if the education system covers all aspects of our children’s lives.This quotation has helped me to see the young ones in this light:“Regard man as a mine rich in gems of inestimable value.…

In Economics
On June 18, 2026

Economics Made Simple

I have been asked why I feel it is so important to avoid technical terms when discussing economics, and whether I think this approach changes how people engage with these ideas. We all have different approaches to topics, and we must be on constant watch that our egos don’t prevent…

In Uncategorized
On May 17, 2026

Guidelines for Economic Living (Part Five)

In Life
On April 19, 2026

The Three Paths to Healing

Many discoveries are made in medical science every day. A new procedure or tool for treating a disease is introduced, a new form of illness is diagnosed and cured, or a body part is repaired or replaced. Sadly, many new diseases and viruses have also been discovered, which may reflect…

In Economics
On March 9, 2026

Competition vs Cooperation

In my opinion, cooperation and competition have been with us from the beginning of our creation. And realizing that we have a lower nature and a higher nature helps us to understand why.“In man there are two natures; his spiritual or higher nature and his material or lower nature. In…

In Economics
On February 9, 2026

Guidelines for Economic Living (Part Four)

In Life
On January 16, 2026

Personal Reflections of Wildfire Close to My Home

The world is changing, and I try to adapt to these changes and move forward with my life. As human beings, we all relate to events differently, and the way we cope can impact our attitude and also affect those around us.A recent wildfire near our town of Port Alberni…

In Economics
On December 15, 2025

Guidelines for Economic Living (Part Three)

Messages from the Universal House of JusticeRelated to EconomicsIntroductionIt is a blessing to have the assurance that divine guidance is always available to help humanity find its way to an ever-advancing civilization. Understanding the uniqueness of the Universal House of Justice is not an easy task, and trying to explain…