Responding Versus Reacting

Picture this: You are in the middle of texting your friend or partner. You say something genuine with good intention. They say something…different…from what you might have wanted in response. Not necessarily unkind, probably not intended the way you took it, but…definitely not what you wanted to read and likely eliciting some negative emotions. What happens now? Do you… Continue reading Responding Versus Reacting

What To Do When in Fight or Flight Mode

So, for a moment, indulge me this query and thought experiment. Trust me that I’m offering something of value in just a few short minutes. What personal or professional challenge are you facing right now, today, this moment? I want you to picture it, however it arises, in brain. What does it look like, how… Continue reading What To Do When in Fight or Flight Mode

How to Wait Patiently, When You’re Desperately Impatient

So here is a dose of real-time honesty for you… I’m currently awaiting results for a Covid Test. Just being prudent, low likelihood, but the well-beyond-24-hour wait time is definitely stretching my every mindfulness muscle. Some days, in some scenarios, those muscles seem weaker than others. Anyone relate? I want to be able to see… Continue reading How to Wait Patiently, When You’re Desperately Impatient

The ONLY Time Your Practice Really Matters

Are you real-life practicing the thing you want to achieve? Or have you spent countless hours / weeks / years in preparation only? This is an important distinction that I don’t often talk about. Quick example. Take meditation. You probably know by now that I’m a pretty strong advocate for a sitting meditation practice. Not… Continue reading The ONLY Time Your Practice Really Matters

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