Chuang Tzu, or more commonly Zhuangzi, is the name of a great Chinese philosopher who lived around the fourth century BCE in the Meng province, present-day Henan. Chuang Tzu is also a name of a work considered to be one of the foundational texts of Taoism. Central to it is the belief that only by … Read more
If you’re looking for books by Andy Puddicombe, you’ve probably seen his TED talk on mindfulness. What struck me most the first time I saw it is that we spend 47% of our time lost in thought — that’s almost half of our waking hours spent ruminating on the past or being anxious about the … Read more
Why is it that we can offer our best selves when we are out in the world, yet the moment the front door clicks shut, we treat our surroundings with a carelessness we would never show someone entering our home? We know how to prepare ourselves for others, but we often forget to extend that … Read more
Psychology Today is a treasure trove of latest scientific insight into human psyche. Due to its inveterate curiosity, it couldn’t pass the opportunity to explore such popular topic as mindfulness. That’s why I’m offering you a selection of 10 best mindfulness articles from Psychology Today, along with my favorite quotes. 1. “Easy Ways to … Read more
Have you noticed a buildup of negative energy and want to release it? The great Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu once said that “trouble is easily overcome before it starts.” When applied to your situation, it means that sometimes it’s easier to prevent a buildup of negativity than trying to release it later. I’ve recently … Read more