If I had to name a few spiritual books that had a profound impact on my early meditation practice, it would be the ones written by Eckhart Tolle. From mental habits that make us unhappy to becoming aware of your inner critic to the three powerful ways you can overcome challenges in life, his works … Read more
The train car was doing its usual rhythmic swaying, the morning light cutting through the glass in predictable geometric shapes, when I looked down at the dog-eared page of Pema Chodron’s “Taking the Leap: Freeing Ourselves from Old Habits and Fears.” I was on my way to host my weekly English speaking club, a casual … Read more
Our modern world is facing an epidemic of stress and anxiety. That’s why today, I want to show you six different teas that can be extremely helpful in alleviating or lessening the effects of stress and anxiety. Along the way, we’ll look at the specific effects of each tea so that you get a good … 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
Berthold Auerbach once wrote that music washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life. This is what happens when you listen to “The Hidden Valley,” a masterpiece by a Norwegian composer Peder B. Helland. His YouTube channel, counting more than nine million followers at the time of this writing, started with a simple … Read more