Today is an Adventure
That’s the first reminder that comes up on my PDA everyday. It hits somewhere between rolling out of bed and figuring out breakfast. By that time, my mind has made several attempts to plan my day. Most times, it has informed me that not everything I want to get done will get done, and I [...]
Meditation in a new york minute
For many people, one of the biggest problems with meditation is finding the time. Who has an extra 30 minutes a day to sit and desperately attempt to quiet the mind? It takes serious discipline to make that a practice, especially when piled on top of work and exercise and foraging for the next meal [...]
Modern love: The college essay contest
Right before Valentine’s Day, The New York Times asked college students to comment on their views about love. Last week, the winning essay, “Want to Be My Boyfriend? Please Define”, was published in the Modern Love column. Fascinating. Disturbing. And not surprising that the old myths of romance and roses seem to have changed. Is this essay a [...]
In the solitude of your mind
In the solitude of your mind are the answers to all your questions about life. You must take the time to ask and listen. ~Bawa Mahaiyaddeen This from the Daily Peace Quote, sent to you by email from Living Compassion. Occassionally, one of them really [...]
Everyday ecstasy: Making love with life
This morning I worked in the garden. The crisp morning air still carried the hint of yesterday’s Spring snow, and last year’s dead growth was saturated with the melt. The sun warmed my cheeks against the chill, and even after an hour of work, I remained in the comfortable softness of my light blue hoodie. [...]
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