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Gavril Nikolaev

I'm a freelance writer and mindfulness advocate behind this blog. I started my meditation practice in 2014, and in 2017 I launched this website to share what I learn with others.

‘Trouble Is Easily Overcome Before It Starts’ Lao Tzu Quote

May 2, 2026December 30, 2024 by Gavril Nikolaev
‘Trouble Is Easily Overcome Before It Starts’ Lao Tzu Quote

I’d like to share one of my favorite quotes. I find them while surfing the web, reading a book, or doing research for one of my articles. As someone who’s passionate about writing, I like to keep these small reminders front and center because of their capacity to ground me in the present moment and … Read more

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‘Beautiful Words Are Not Truthful’ Lao Tzu Quote

May 2, 2026December 23, 2024 by Gavril Nikolaev
‘Beautiful Words Are Not Truthful’ Lao Tzu Quote

I’d like to share one of my favorite quotes. I find them while surfing the web, reading a book, or doing research for one of my articles. As someone who’s passionate about writing, I like to keep these small reminders front and center because of their capacity to ground me in the present moment and … Read more

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‘Better Stop Short Than Fill to the Brim’ Lao Tzu Quote

May 2, 2026December 16, 2024 by Gavril Nikolaev
‘Better Stop Short Than Fill to the Brim’ Lao Tzu Quote

I’d like to share one of my favorite quotes. I find them while surfing the web, reading a book, or doing research for one of my articles. As someone who’s passionate about writing, I like to keep these small reminders front and center because of their capacity to ground me in the present moment and … Read more

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Focusing All Attention on One’s Work Thich Nhat Hanh Quote

May 2, 2026December 10, 2024 by Gavril Nikolaev
Focusing All Attention on One’s Work Thich Nhat Hanh Quote

I’d like to share one of my favorite quotes. I find them while surfing the web, reading a book, or doing research for one of my articles. As someone who’s passionate about writing, I like to keep these small reminders front and center because of their capacity to ground me in the present moment and … Read more

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