Best tools and resources for practicing mindfulness in everyday life.
“Be yourself.” “Trust yourself.” “Love yourself.” At the heart of all such sentiments lies an unshakable belief that the quality of your relationships with others depends on the quality of your relationship with yourself. Hence the famous saying, “To love others, you must first love yourself.” In my opinion, many in the self-help industry who … Read more
Although I own both devices, I prefer a dumbphone to a smartphone. It sounds counterintuitive, but that’s how I’m able to conserve one of the most scarce mental resources: my attention. Instead of scrolling through social media feeds, I spend my time reading, writing, and living in the present moment. It’s a powerful way to … Read more
In a preface to one of her bestselling books, Pema Chodron (b. July 14, 1936) revealed how the paradox of productive inactivity helped her write and be creative like never before. Chodron felt she needed to take a time off “before fully appreciating” what she’d learned from her root guru, Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche, and sharing … Read more
“I will fail this test.” “I will be uncomfortable at the party.” “I think she’ll hate me for saying this.” Worrying about future events makes you self-critical. The ability to consider possible outcomes is not always bad: it can help you face any possible threats with clarity and confidence. However, prolonged anxiety can take a … Read more
I often revisit “For the Future to Be Possible” by Thich Nhat Hanh (October 11, 1926–January 22, 2022) to renew my commitment to skillful actions in daily life. I especially like the way he emphasizes our inner wealth and how to utilize it. In particular, the renowned Zen master insists that even if you have … Read more