Spirituality
“The wound is the place where the Light enters you.” ~Rumi The first winter, I learned to lie cheerfully. “How are you settling in?” someone would ask, and I would smile and say, “Really well, thank you.” That was the most fluent English I spoke all day. I had left a...
‘One of the most liberating aspects of Buddhist practice is the acceptance of impermanence. Understanding that all things are in a state of constant change allows us to let go of our rigid attachment to form and identity.’ Everyday Buddhism
While fidget toys and other attention-focusing gadgets are now a multi-billion-dollar industry, they are also part of a long mindfulness tradition. Author and educator Alex Tzelnic explores the history and science behind using intentional, focused activity to direct...
“Taking care of yourself doesn’t mean me first; it means me too.” ~L.R. Knost We live in a society that celebrates pushing through; burnout is often worn as a badge of honor, and many job descriptions state bluntly, “Must be able to perform well under pressure and...
‘May all those drowning in delusion find the peace and safety of the further shore.’ Everyday Buddhism
Learning to tune in to our own vulnerability is an act of courage that allows us to form deeper, more genuine relationships. The post A Meditation to Befriend Vulnerability appeared first on Mindful.
“Trauma creates change you don’t choose. Healing is about creating change you do choose.” ~Michelle Rosenthal” Today I am sitting in my favorite café in Venice Mall. I got my favorite seat, the one near the water. I have spent countless hours here. I have cried here....
‘Don't hate the arising of thoughts or stop the thoughts that arise. Just realise that our original mind is beyond thought.’ Bankei
There are some kinds of loss we don’t just bounce back from. Instead, we enter what some grief experts call Life Two. To get there, we’re going to need imagination. The post Why Imagination—Not Resilience—Might Help You Heal From Heartbreak appeared first on...
‘Mind, It's like space. You can't possess it and you can't lose it.’ Bodhidharma