Be Well: A Mindful Approach to 2021
After four days of 2021, most of us Monday-through-Friday folks headed back to work this week. Some schools have resumed, holiday hours have expired, and normal(ish) life has returned–almost as if it were not a new year at all. In the past I’ve discouraged New Year’s resolutions. They work for some, but often end Read more
How a Simple Japanese Practice Can Improve Your Health and Daily Life
The intensity of today’s reality has left many Americans feeling disconnected, discouraged, and despondent. Now, the Autumnal Equinox marks a new season of disruption. A new season that calls for continued focus on wellness, resilience, and compassion. A new season that urges us to avoid hiding indoors. While the risk of contracting COVID-19 is lower Read more
Practicing Compassion as a Self-Development Strategy
In an era that is being defined by violence, hate, and marginalization, last weekend’s two mass shootings punctuated the dire state of civility in our nation. More than 40 years after helping make Elvis Costello famous, a set of Nick Lowe lyrics now seems like quintessential 2010’s: As I walk on through this wicked Read more
Driving Happiness
Like most states of well-being, happiness is underrated. While we know that reducing stress can prolong our lives, wanting happiness—perhaps the inverse of stress—can sound idealistic. “Sure”, we might think, “I’d love to be happy, but I’ve got work to do, people to manage, a family to support.” Being happy elevates our enjoyment Read more
