Despite our suffering due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we face a unique opportunity to reset our thinking to have a more positive impact as a collective — How we squander our hours of pain. How we gaze beyond them into the bitter duration.— Rainer Maria Rilke The America we hope for should ... Read More about The America We Hope For After COVID-19
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The Inverted Trojan Horse: COVID-19 and the Healing Power of Introspection
The era of coronavirus is ushering in pain, loss & distance; but it’s also providing an opportunity to develop a new sense of responsibility in our lives — In the 17th Century, the French philosopher Blaise Pascal wrote that all of humanity's problems stem from man's inability to sit ... Read More about The Inverted Trojan Horse: COVID-19 and the Healing Power of Introspection
Finding Greater Meaning in Life Through Mindfulness, Stillness & Single Tasking
A journey of finding and redefining meaning, harnessing mindfulness, and intentional living, started with a single book — Flying home to North Carolina from Denver in February 2017, I held in my hands a copy of James Allen’s book, As a Man Thinketh. The purpose of my trip had been to pay ... Read More about Finding Greater Meaning in Life Through Mindfulness, Stillness & Single Tasking
Warrior of the Heart: A Simple Process to Move through Difficult Situations
A simple, yet profound process for untangling and releasing limited thinking, old patterns and feeling stuck — for stepping into true freedom and vibrancy — During the final months of my marriage I struggled mightily with a tangled story fueled by hurt, fear, and a sense of betrayal. How ... Read More about Warrior of the Heart: A Simple Process to Move through Difficult Situations
4 Keys to Creating A Lasting, Healthy Lifestyle Change
Ready to shift into a healthier lifestyle? Follow these 4 simple principles for lasting change in any aspect of your life — Achieving your lifestyle goals needs to be intentional. Defining your goals, shifting your mindset, and enlisting the support of others are essential ways to ensure that ... Read More about 4 Keys to Creating A Lasting, Healthy Lifestyle Change
Beyond the Label
An inspiring and empowering guide to emotional freedom, from a Naturopathic Doctor who took charge of her own life and mental health. For years, Dr. Christina Bjorndal, ND, endured debilitating depression, bipolar disorder, and anxiety and battled bulimia, addiction, and a range of other mental ... Read More about Beyond the Label
Writing From The Inside Out: Incarceration Through The Lens Of Humanity
Inspired by those locked away and too often forgotten, one woman shines light on incarcerated men through education, poetry and hope — I remember the first time I shut the classroom door behind me in a maximum-security men’s prison. I don’t remember it because it was frightening — it wasn’t. I ... Read More about Writing From The Inside Out: Incarceration Through The Lens Of Humanity
To Be Here Now Is To Feel Here Now: The Vulnerability of Being Present
In a world where we are told to bypass vulnerability at all costs, we miss its hidden gifts of healing, understanding and potential — Bodhichitta is our heart — our wounded, softened heart. Now, if you look for that soft heart that we guard so carefully — if you decide that you’re going to do ... Read More about To Be Here Now Is To Feel Here Now: The Vulnerability of Being Present
Rustic Berry Tarts & Flamenco: Recipe & Musings From A Chef
Beyond recipes, a chef shares personal stories to delight both the palate and plate — to invoke self-love and acceptance — What do self-love, rustic berry tarts and Flamenco have in common? Me… and just quite possibly, you too. When I was mulling over the possibilities of recipes to include in ... Read More about Rustic Berry Tarts & Flamenco: Recipe & Musings From A Chef
Morning and Evening Rituals to Enhance Mindfulness & Positivity
Simple, but consistent rituals in the morning and evening can help you bring more mindfulness and positivity to your day — Your actions are your only true belongingsAllan Lokos We all have holiday or special occasion rituals, but done on a daily basis, rituals can be an ... Read More about Morning and Evening Rituals to Enhance Mindfulness & Positivity
Interview: Brendon Burchard | Live, Love, Matter
Brendon Burchard Live, Love, Matter Interview by Kristen Noel October 15, 2018, Portland, Oregon Photographs by Bill Miles I think we all want to touch the rim of our greatness, but we're going to need taller ladders.Brendon ... Read More about Interview: Brendon Burchard | Live, Love, Matter
The Awakening of Sleeping Beauty: Tragedy, Humanity… and Lipstick
How women of war-torn lands — and lipstick — helped a feminist reclaim the beautiful pieces of herself — I did not grow up thinking I was beautiful. My Iraqi mother had fed this belief, telling me that my cousin Nadia was much better looking than I was. Whenever she came to visit and we were ... Read More about The Awakening of Sleeping Beauty: Tragedy, Humanity… and Lipstick