You’ve heard it a million times: “live in the moment”. “Be more present”. And it’s true. Living in the past is unhelpful. Constantly looking back at what you’ve lost, emotionally and physically, is futile, because it’s gone. It’s never coming back. Being rooted in the past means missing out on fully living in the present.…Read More
Why You Must Stop Thinking the Grass Is Greener on the Other Side
It’s always easier to buy a new one than fix the old one. It’s less effort, and a shiny new one makes you feel good, temporarily, at least. The thing is, fixing the old one brings a deeper contentment… …the process of restoration, the proud feeling of having fixed something yourself, the money you save,…Read More
Spiritual Symbols: 9 Popular Images & Their Real Meanings
If you’re into the more spiritual side of life, be that meditation, yoga practice, or Eastern philosophy, you’re probably fascinated by the artwork and symbolism associated with these disciplines. You’ve no doubt seen the Om symbol, the chakra energy points, the Om symbol and the lotus flower. But what do they all mean? Here’s an…Read More
Self-Sabotage: Why You Hold Yourself Back & How to Stop
Self-sabotage is when we actively or passively take an action that prevents a positive outcome. We may become so used to behaving in this way that we are no longer aware of the negative impact this is having on our relationships, career, and personal goals.
Introducing Pema Chödrön & The Freedom Collection
Born in New York City, Pema Chödrön is a Buddhist nun and author of many popular spiritual books and courses. She is also a mother and a grandmother and has two children. Pena discovered Buddhism after two failed marriages, and when her children were teenagers she ordained to become a nun. Her broad spectrum of…Read More
How to Practice Loving-Kindness Meditation (includes a script)
The world needs more kindness. Indeed, it is said to be the route to happiness and prosperity for all. This isn’t a utopian ideology, though. In fact, research strongly suggests that kind people tend to be happier in life. This makes perfect sense, too. Just consider how fulfilled you feel when you do something out…Read More
5 Simple Steps to Help Manifest What You Want in Life
Manifestation is to attract something into your life through vision, belief and action. While manifestation is rooted in willpower and positive thinking, your thoughts, emotions and influences play a huge role in realizing what you want. It’s easy to start the process of manifestation. But the determining factor in success is consistency through daily practice.…Read More
The 4 Proven Principles of Success I Didn’t Learn Until I Was 30
You make your own luck, as the saying goes. And it’s only in the last 10 years or so of my life that I’ve really understood what that means. At the ripe age of 42, it has become obvious to me that there are principles to success in life, and it’s following these principles that…Read More
A Simple Tip for Success – Don’t Fall Into Story
People say there are no shortcuts to success, and I think that’s largely true. Hard work combined with a little bit of good luck along the way is probably the closest recipe. That said, one thing I’ve learned about success in any endeavor is that negativity will greatly reduce your chances of reward. I’m not…Read More
The Grasping Mind: How To Escape the Mental Trap of Attachment & Desire
You’ll often read posts of mine that make reference to the ‘grasping mind’. But what is this concept and what does it mean for your life? The grasping mind is a state of mind characterized by never being content with what is here, now. The grasping mind is never satisfied. It is driven by the…Read More