Mindfulness

In celebration of Wold Meditation Day on May 21, I want to share an old Zen proverb, and it goes something like this: “You should sit in meditation for twenty minutes everyday – unless you’re too busy; then you should … Continued

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

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

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