You may have noticed this peculiar habit of saying “I’m great” or maintaining a cheerful attitude just to fit in, even when you’re not feeling great inside. You may also find yourself worrying about what you say or do in the company of other people. If something goes wrong in social situations, you may ruminate … Read more
In times of turmoil, I turn to the practice of gratitude — a potent reminder that any misfortune is always counterbalanced by our capacity to see the good in the world, however small and insignificant it may seem. As I count my blessings, I inevitably see our tendency to focus on the bad for what … Read more
How often do you see government officials talk about spirituality and our connection to the universe? Almost never. A rare exception to this rule was the great Stoic philosopher and emperor Marcus Aurelius. He possessed both worldly power and immense wisdom. To this day, he continues to impact our lives through his work written two … Read more
I’ve been reading The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle and what caught my attention is the way he talks about challenging situations. In particular, Tolle writes that “the best indicator of your level of consciousness is how you deal with life’s challenges when they come,” and then he adds, “Through those challenges, an … Read more
Even if you have a detailed plan and a lot of motivation to get things done, you might find it hard to concentrate when you suddenly receive a text message from a friend, an urgent work-related email, or a social media notification. One click leads to another, and before you know it, you’ve completely lost … Read more