Screen Free Shabbat Revisited
A few years ago, I challenged myself to use the screen less and be present more. So, I took on Screen Free Shabbat. I lasted a good while, but as in so many challenges, this one sort of fell by … Continued
A Question of Equanimity
As a meditating novice at a ten day silent meditation retreat in 2013, I kept hearing the word “equanimity” along with it’s more descriptive form “equanimous.” I had no idea what that meant. For whatever reason, I wasn’t getting it … Continued
Creating Balance Through Mindfulness
The topic of mindfulness is seemingly everywhere these days, and yet it’s sort of a vague term that is often misunderstood. So today, I want to go back to some basics. Let’s get this out of the way first. What … Continued
Stuck in a Rut? Change Course!
Do you ever feel like you’re stuck in a rut? I certainly have and I think we all have at one point or another in our lives. We end up doing the same old, tired routines because, well, it’s easier. … Continued
Great (and not-so-great) Expectations
Expectations can be good. You expect to be treated with respect by a friend, family member or partner. You expect employees to arrive at work on time. You expect to reach your financial goals. Expectations can be self-motivating, and help … Continued
A Bit of Today, All Year Long
Today marks the first day of spring with the arrival of the vernal equinox at about 2:24pm in my area. You’d never know it by my local weather forecasts, so this day brings hope of longer days and new life … Continued