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Category Archives: Mindful Meditation

What Does it Mean to “Abide in a State of Gratitude”?

“I abide in a state of Gratitude” are Stings’s last words on his DVD, Sting the Last Ship.  This was a benefit concert at The Public Theatre in New York City.  “The Last Ship” features Sting joined by 14 musicians … Continue reading →

If You Want to Be Heard, Speak with Compassion

Tone plays a huge role in the ability of others to “hear” our message.  When we speak in a harsh or disinterested tone our message is not “heard”.  In fact, under those circumstances, people tend to experience “feel” which means … Continue reading →

Discovering One’s Purpose in Life

Discovering one’s purpose in life is one the greatest concerns people express.  I have met many people who are extremely successful by external standards, but for them something is missing.  They don’t feel fulfilled, as if there is something they … Continue reading →

The Impact of One Person’s Kindness

I recently witnessed something beautiful and wanted to share it. A young man got on the streetcar in front of me and he was using a walker. He was clearly in severe pain. As he climbed up the steps with … Continue reading →

You Know You Are Wearing Down When…

You may find yourself really looking forward to a vacation and some time off, to the completion of an assignment or some other milestone, but at the same time you notice that you are feeling cranky or impatient.  What you … Continue reading →

When in Doubt Open Your Heart

There are times that we are at a loss for what to say or what to do.  Someone may be telling us something that may be painful to them and perhaps painful for us to hear. The habitual tendency may … Continue reading →

Meditate This! A Podcast on Mindfulness & Mindful Leadership

I hope you are well and enjoying the beginning of summer. Recently, I had the pleasure of being interviewed by Peter Falker and Jason Hollander, who are from Minnesota and New York City, respectively.  Peter is an entrepreneur in the … Continue reading →

An Act of Kindness Can Change the World…

  An act of kindness can change the world…especially your world.  There are few words to describe the impact of such an act.  It may be random; it may be deliberate.  The act may seem small.  But, we never know … Continue reading →

How to De-Stress: Don’t Let Your Ego Rule Your World

Allowing your ego to dictate how you think and feel can be an enormous source of stress.  But what does that really mean?  And how does that happen? The ego is not who or what you really are.  The ego … Continue reading →

How to De-Stress: Take Time Each Day in Stillness

The ability to de-stress each day is an important ingredient in living a richer and more fulfilling life.  But, most people find de-stressing a real challenge.  There is so much to do and so little time.  Consequently, the thought of … Continue reading →