We’re encouraged from an early age to think of happiness and success as things to be achieved rather than accepted. But future fulfillment does not exist. Research shows that people have a baseline for happiness. Even if someone wins the lottery, gains fame, or finds the perfect relationship or job, their
When spring arrives, I always feel a bit excited and nervous. After the slow pace of winter, spring brings a sense of urgency to make the changes in my life that I’ve been contemplating but putting off. I see the beauty of the trees with their fresh green leaves, the
Mindfulness meditation is often defined as a state of active, open attention to the present, observing one’s thoughts and feelings without judging (Psychology Today). But is that all? If that is all, how could we apply it to everything we think, say, and do in everyday life? What about when
There is a saying: The times are urgent; let us slow down. What does this mean? When we feel pressured to act immediately to make some change in our lives or our world that seems urgently needed, we may not make the most practical decisions or take the most effective
On December 21st, we passed through the winter solstice, which marks the shortest day of the year; however, it also signals an increase in the amount of sunlight each day will have for the following six months. Our ancestors considered the solstices as sacred times. The winter solstice signals the
Mindful writing, also called expressive writing, is a therapeutic writing process that has many benefits. It has been used in hospitals, homes, prisons, schools, and other settings. Research has shown that expressive writing can improve physical and mental well-being. However, anyone who wants to explore their thoughts and feelings and
As a meditator and mindfulness meditation teacher, I’ve learned that practicing mindfulness is not only about paying attention to what is happening here and now. It’s also about discernment, about choosing what to focus on. These days, I often find myself dwelling on the upheavals taking place all over the
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