Most people have at lease a few fears. Fear played an important role in our evolution, keeping us safe from harm, and is responsible for our fight, flight or freeze response. Just think how much more interesting and rewarding your … Continued
“Climb the mountains and get their good tidings. Nature’s peace will flow into you as sunshine flows into trees. The winds will blow their freshness into you, and the storms their energy, while cares will drop off you like falling … Continued
Thursday, April 22 is Earth Day, an internationally recognized day bringing awareness to the importance of taking action to protect our planet. As far as I’m concerned, every day is Earth Day. We can all do our part in reducing … Continued
“Laughter is the best medicine.” While there is some question as to where this saying originated, it couldn’t be more true. Get this, it turns out that meditation and laughter have a lot in common. Both lower blood pressure and … Continued
April is Stress Awareness Month and while we all know that stress can wreak havoc on you physically and emotionally, there is much that can be done to mitigate it’s damages. For once, I’m not going to get all science … Continued
When I teach meditation, or we’re in meditation group, we’re usually sitting. Chair or floor, it doesn’t matter to me. I’m not big on rules, so it’s whatever works best for you, and whatever position you’re most comfortable in. I … Continued
March 22 is officially Goof Off Day. Yep, that’s right, a full day dedicated to goofing off. And while a lot can be said about the importance of hard work and being productive, there is a time for all things, … Continued
I’m reading a book right now about four middle-aged friends who gather to figure out what’s next in their lives. The four have been through various trials and tribulations recently and have come together to support each other. They spend … Continued
“Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough, and more. It turns denial into acceptance, chaos to order, confusion to clarity. It can turn a meal into a feast, a house into a home, a … Continued
I was raised on guilt. As adults, we, the four siblings, called my mom “The West Coast Distributor of Guilt.” Well, maybe my brother didn’t, because he was always mom’s favorite. In her defense, I’m sure she came from a … Continued