Tag Archives: present
Empty Mind?
When teaching ‘Introduction to Meditation’ workshops, I often begin the session with a question: “What do you think of, when you hear the word meditation?” A common answer is “emptying the mind.” Let’s explore this idea. Can the mind really be … Continue reading
The secret to happiness (part V)
This post concludes a mini-series of entries about the secret to happiness. Click here if you wish to read this mini-series of posts, starting at the very first entry. In a previous post we discussed the realization that one can … Continue reading
The secret to happiness (part IV)
This post further elaborates a point made at a previous entry, that “The only real tangible solution to both facing fear and gaining happiness, is to learn to be a 100% present in the moment.“ Click here if you wish … Continue reading
The secret to happiness
I have started this blog journal exactly a year ago to date, aiming at posting daily. Life got the better of me, but still, I managed to post on average every couple of days, which I guess, all things considered, … Continue reading
Morning mantra
I welcome the new day, embracing new opportunities for self-growth. I acknowledge that not all moments may be pleasant, but pledge to keep an open mind and a curious spirit; that, rather than complain, I will inquire as to the … Continue reading
I hate you, let’s be best friends forever
Listening to kids play, it is amazing how quickly they move from being friendly with one another, to a complete dislike, to being best friends again. “I hate you! I never want to see you again!” “Can we play now? … Continue reading
What have I learn from 2013
Of the many lessons awarded me during this past year, if I had to pick only one, that would be the continued teaching of letting go. I find it much easier to let go of possessions. I made some progress … Continue reading
Open Heart Energy 