Have you ever been so captivated with a great book that it was nearly impossible to put it down? There is nothing like a well written book chock full of intriguing characters and steeped in layers of the complexities of life to hold us captive from beginning to end. A truly great read will have…
Take a walk in someone else’s shoes — and then have a conversation with them.
Making a commitment to practicing meditation twice a day for a full year in 2018 turned out to be a meaningful game changer for me. It was the mental equivalent of gaining the benefits from diet and exercise — more energy, more resilience and more clarity. There were a few reasons I wanted to give…
A look back over the past 3 years at how mindfulness and meditation has contributed to a broader, deeper life
Don’t wait for something big to grab your attention to help another. Be open to sharing vulnerability and you’ll find a deeper connection.
In light of the growing divisiveness and confusion in our country, I am committed to having meaningful conversations with others about their personal experiences, their values and perspectives. There is no topic in today’s headlines that has not touched someone I know in a very personal way. As is often the case, we may turn…
Yesterday I had the most enlightened, dynamic conversation about our country with my shared ride driver – a 28 year old Russian immigrant. In 30 minutes, I got quite a history lesson from his personal experiences. No subject was left uncovered — immigration, gun control, drugs, politics, family and personal conflicts. It was obvious he…
Perhaps one of the biggest benefits of meditation is how much spaciousness it creates in that crazy racing mind of ours. Meditation is like a major decluttering experience for our busy brains. I remember so very well the first time I attempted to meditate. Let’s just say it didn’t go so well — not…
The Royal Wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle made history in so many meaningful ways — a rich blend of tradition and pageantry infused with energy, diversity and acceptance. It is the power of love that creates the bridge between differences. It is the heart warming celebration of a real life fairy tale that…
Being vulnerable shows true courage and brings us greater connection.
"Our anxiety does not come from thinking about the future, but from wanting to control it." ~ Kahil Gibran.
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