When I was younger, I didn’t think much about the word “gratitude.” It just seemed like one of those things adults talked about. But after everything I’ve been through, I’ve learned how important it really is. My parents used to be happy together. We had fun family...

To whoever is reading this, I’m sure there have been times when you looked back and realized you were ungrateful, when life felt dark, foggy, and meaningless, when giving up seemed easier than holding on. I’m 32 years old, but I feel like an old soul. I’ve been...

They say when you’re thankful, your tank will always be full. But the truth is, with gratitude, your tank doesn’t just stay full, it overflows. I began intentionally writing my gratitude in 2019. One day, my little nephew read my journal and asked, “Aunty, why do you...

The relentless churn of youthful ambition often obscures the quiet, profound beauty of life’s simple moments. It usually takes a transformative experience to halt the headlong rush, to force a pause, and to illuminate the immense gratitude that life deserves. For me,...

‘Pause throughout the day to check in with yourself. Notice when you’re caught up in thought or emotional reactivity. The more you do this, the more intuitive it becomes.’ Everyday Buddhism

Meditation is one of the most basic practices on the spiritual path, but one size does not fit all. There are different types of meditation practices, and you may wind up doing various types at different times along the way. Here, Ram Dass takes us on guided...