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
When was the last time you felt genuinely connected: to the world, to other people, and even to yourself? You’re not alone if this question goes under the skin. The sad fact is we’re so distracted, we’re no longer present in the world in which we live. On average, our minds are lost in thought … Read more
Hi, I’m Gavril. Today, I’m going to talk about why I started this mindfulness blog. In early 2014, my back problems led me to yoga, but it ended up helping me in a much better way. A deep calming effect experienced during Shavasana sparked my interest in meditation. Over time, it became an integral part … Read more