If one were to tell an unborn child that outside the womb, there is a glorious world with green fields and lush gardens, high mountains and vast seas, with a sky lit by the sun and the moon, the unborn would not believe such absurdity. Still in the dark womb, how could he imagine the … More Excerpt: Rumi’s Little Book of Life
Hope is to… Be inspired to make a difference Cut the shackles of fear or despair Try something new and uncertain Believe in random acts of kindness Take a risk Love
In the last month, many acts of terror have shaken the planet. More than ever, we need to be kind to each other. Be kind to your loved ones. Offer to help. Let someone go in front of you when you are waiting in line, whether in the car or at the cash register. Offer … More Be Kind to HumanKind
Every moment, there’s an enormous possibility of something coming out of nothing. Presence allows us to notice and appreciate every moment. Sit. Breathe. See how you feel. Honor your emotions, but don’t chew on the story – let go of the narrative. It’s easy to tighten around anxieties and fear. Do not drag the past … More From This to That
We all make mistakes. Everyone does. When regret fills our heart, it is time to forgive ourselves. When resentment fills our heart, it is time to forgive others. A short meditation can bring awareness to corners of our psyche hiding regret, by saying “I forgive myself” and observe what arises from these three simple words. … More Forgiveness
A long time ago, while driving towards the Mid-Hudson Bridge, the LED traffic alert sign above the road read, Goals are dreams with deadlines. One early morning, someone chose to put an inspirational quote so thousands of commuters could see it, and this anonymous person deserved a big hug. It’s easy to let the mind … More Goals vs Dreams
To go with the flow, without attachment, is the definition of equanimity. Whatever life brings, whatever arises, whether it is success or failure, happiness or sorrow, delight or despair, disappointment or satisfaction, loss or gain, equanimity cultivates presence, vigilance, and strength. Equanimity is a refuge, deeply rooted within, filled with insight. Equanimity is like the … More e·qua·nim·i·ty
Below are ten questions to help you turn the page on 2015 and welcome the new year. 1 – What are five items that I’m grateful for? 2 – In 2015, what did I start, realize, accomplish, succeed? 3 – What was my biggest mistake in 2015? What did I learn from it? 4 – What was my … More Ending the Year in Mindfulness
Today marks the shortest day and the longest night of the year. Since neolithic times, it has been celebrated and honored as a sacred time of renewal and rebirth. It is a day to acknowledge our shadows, heal our wounds, release old thought patterns, and … More Winter Solstice
Embracing uncertainties, whether rooted in the outward or inward realms, is the way of the warrior. The Spiritual Warrior sees this as opportunity rather than an obstacle, and welcomes the growth and inner strength gained by the challenge. The Spiritual Warrior embraces the void, the “unknowingness,” and develops a deep understanding of the process, thus becoming aware. This self-awareness defines the … More The Path of the Spiritual Warrior
Honoring the Sacred 