Do I think everyone in my life is going to be changing and growing in exactly the same way and at exactly the same pace as me? If I do, I may be setting myself up for disappointment. The variability of people’s growth and interests means that some folks are in my life...
If I think I’m not good enough, I’m wrong. And this doesn’t mean I’m not good at being right! It’s simply that a common human untruth has gotten ahold of my mind. Spiritual practice leads me back to the truth of me. I am enough. I am wonderful. I am growing, learning,...
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...
