Religion and politics are great topics to avoid at family gatherings. Why? Because most of us agree that being kind is a good thing! When people bring up any controversial topic, I remind myself to practice kindness. The Dalai Lama says “Be kind whenever possible. It...
In times of crisis, there’s an opportunity for perspective to widen. What’s really important? What values do I want to commit to and support? Today I take the opportunity to widen my perspective in the face of crisis and calm. I remember that we are one human family...
What I call a “mistake” might be the exact right action at the exact right time. Indeed, that’s often the case. When I can widen my view to include the perfection of the mistakes in my life, I feel better. It’s easier to learn from the places I’ve slipped up. It’s...
I’m always doing my best. Even when my best leaves a lot of room for improvement. A wonderful way to make sure I’m on a path of continual improvement is by forgiving myself when I mess up. The choices I made in the past came from who I was then. But I’m not the same...
It’s always a good time for gratitude. In the dark of night, when I can’t sleep. When I’m on hold with a phone call. When I’m stuck in traffic. When I’m in the middle of a disagreement with someone and need to return to center. When gratitude is the thread, the...
