As a lover of books, I’m always on the lookout for the next great read. But sometimes, it reveals itself when you least expect it: like a black cat crossing your path. Don’t worry, the book I’m going to cover today is not a bad omen. On the contrary, it’s a good omen that can … Read more
Some poets have this power. They can help us stop and discover moments of spaciousness free of mundane troubles, free of our mind with its automatic reactions and obsessive self-concerns. One such poet is Mary Oliver (September 10, 1935–January 17, 2019), winner of the Pulitzer Prize and the National Book Award, who is known for … Read more
“Once we let go of the things that don’t matter, we are free to pursue all the things that really do matter,” Joshua Becker wrote in his book about five essential benefits of minimalism. Yet many of us keep clinging to things we don’t need and people who keep us from the life we want … Read more
You tell yourself that nothing is going to distract you from your work. Suddenly, you feel an urge to pick up your phone. Check the news. A few reels. That’s it. Before you know it, an hour’s gone. And you made zero progress on that task you wanted to complete. Your favorite apps are designed … Read more