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“It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood; who strives valiantly; … who at the best knows in the end the triumph Continue reading Review: Daring Greatly by Dr. Brené Brown “Compassion is a skill that we get better at with practice. It just takes a little imagination.” —Karen Armstrong, theologian There are many prescriptions for combating poverty, but we can’t even get started unless we first examine our assumptions, and take the time to envision what the world feels like for families living in poverty every day. It’s time to change the conversation about poverty Continue reading Understanding Poverty Through the Lens of Compassion Guest post by Leo Babauta, Zen Habits Lately I’ve been using the image of an empty cup to find a more peaceful state of mind. One of the most peaceful, meditative states is when you’re just open to noticing what’s around you and happening in the present moment. You’re just receiving the world around you (yourself included), soaking in the light, colors, shapes, sounds, touch Continue reading Soaking in the Wonder of the Emerging Moment Art by Helena Nelson Reed I am no longer waiting for a special occasion; I burn the best candles on ordinary days. I am no longer waiting for the house to be clean; I fill it with people who understand that even dust is sacred. I am no longer waiting for everyone to understand me; It’s just not Continue reading Advent At Midlife Guest post by Leo Babauta, Zen Habits As I write this, I’m sitting in cloud-filled rainforest at a retreat in Ecuador, surrounded by the calls of thousands of tropical birds and creatures, dense lush greenery, and some of the most open-hearted human beings I’ve ever met. Before I came here, I had some anxiety about meeting everyone, worried what they might think of me, worried Continue reading The Way to Finding Powerful Human Connection Do you spend much time sitting in front of a computer, on a plane, in a car? If so your hips may be locked up which effects your mobility, but worse than that it may be causing you undue stress and fear. An article by Jacob Devaney, How to Release Stress Stored in Our Bodies, does an excellent job explaining this concept as well as Continue reading How to Release the Stress Stored in our Bodies While performing research for a mindful parenting guidebook I am in the midst of writing, I have had the opportunity to come across many well-written, educational, and helpful books on introducing and teaching mindfulness to children and adolescents. A Still Quiet Place, by Amy Saltzman M.D., is a book I would like every parent, caregiver, grandparent and teacher to read. This book offers, research proven, Continue reading A Still Quiet Place by Amy Saltzman This delightful book – Mindful Movements – Ten Exercises for Well-Being – was originally designed as a stretching break between periods of long sitting meditation. Written by Thich Nhat Hanh, Mindful Movements became so popular, the ten exercises are now an integral part of his retreats. The exercises are based on both yoga and tai chi movements, creating simple yet effective exercises that can reduce Continue reading Mindful Movements – Ten Exercises for Well-Being by Thich Nhat Hanh Beautiful You author Rosie Molinary passionately encourages women—whatever their size, shape, or color—to work toward feeling wonderful about themselves despite today’s media-saturated culture. Drawing on self-awareness, creativity, and mind-body connections, Molinary incorporates practical techniques into a 365-day action plan that empowers women to regain a healthy self-image, shore up self-confidence, reframe and break undermining habits of self-criticism, and champion their own emotional and physical well-being. Continue reading Beautiful You by Rosie Molinary Parenting from the Inside Out, by Daniel Siegel and Mary Hartzell, is a beautifully written book addressing the importance of attuned and loving parent-child relationships as well as the importance of understanding how our own experiences as a child impact and influence how we parent. Illuminating ground-breaking research in the field of “interpersonal neurobiology”, Dr. Siegel and Ms. Hartzell explain how the parent-child relationship directly Continue reading Parenting from the Inside Out Every tradition and many guidebooks have teachings about how to be happy. Yet that question remains one of life’s great mysteries. As a beginning to understanding happiness, start by asking your self the following questions and then journaling what comes up for you. 1. Write your definition of happiness. Are you living it? If not, are there habits or attitudes you might consider changing? 2. Continue reading Are You Happy? Consider These Five Points Khwāja Shams-ud-Dīn Muhammad Hāfez-e Shīrāzī – known by his pen name Hāfez – is considered one of the greatest Sufi poets of all time, renowned for his lyrical, mystical, healing poetry. For me, the poem quoted above is deep and beautiful and may be an invitation to let go of our expectations of others – of our sense of being owed something by someone Continue reading Unconditional Love Have you ever wondered how it might be possible to personally and easily change your mood – or internal state? From feelings of mild sadness to deep depression and loneliness, our emotions and body state can, at times, severely impact our enjoyment of daily living. Living life to the fullest is, often, only a dream for some people who suffer from a distressed internal state. Continue reading Book Review: Mindsight by Dr. Dan Seigel Forever Relevant I have recently read, once again, A Gift from the Sea by Anne Morrow Lindberg. This book touched me deeply – as it did years ago when I first read it. With grace and clarity, Anne Morrow Lindberg touches on and explores problems that trouble the human heart – giving the reader form and shape to possible lessons and learning on simplicity, solitude Continue reading A Gift from the Sea More than a self-help book, You Are Not Your Pain provides insight into the very nature of the mind and its relationship with the body. This book and audio offering, co-authored by Danny Penman, is an 8-week program that guides you through daily meditations to assist you in learning how to alter your mind’s response to pain. Continue reading You Are Not Your Pain Procrastination enables us to understand the true measure of our reluctance. It helps us to become friends with our own waiting …to learn from our hesitation…and to allow what is truly worthwhile to simmer and become rich and ripe within us (no matter how long it takes). Continue reading Procrastination… the Art of Hesitation Daily habits are the best way to make change happen and by doing something every day for three weeks, it becomes a habit. Read 21 Days to Eating Mindfully: Your Guide to a Healthy Relationship with Yourself and Food and ease your way into a lifetime of healthy choices and habits. Continue reading Daily Habits In “The Great Work of Your Life: A Guide for the Journey to Your True Calling” author Stephen Cope takes us on a step-by-step tour of the story of Krishna and Arjuna in the spiritual classic, the Bhagavad Gita. He makes the story relevant to contemporary readers by weaving in stories of well-known Western lives that illuminate its central principles – including Jane Goodall, Walt Whitman, Susan B. Anthony and others. Each of these characters is an example of a principle regarding one’s calling and living it – and in doing so, keeps the reader spell-bound while becoming more knowledgeable and clear about this whole business of a calling in life. This essential guide also includes everyday stories about following the path of truth, illustrating the relevance and usefulness of this classic yogic tale. Continue reading The Great Work of Your Life |
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