Important Questions

The poignancy of the Corona Virus is waking us up to the preciousness, fragility and impermanence of life. A crisis like this can prompt serious self-inquiry, such as: What really matters to me? What makes life more difficult or doesn’t serve my well-being? What...

Being Seen

Much of what we do is directed toward getting approval from others.There’s something very basic about the human desire to be recognized and accepted for who we are. Since this universal desire is so fundamental to our sense of security, we can offer tremendous...

Energy Exchange

It’s not always easy dealing with people who have differing points of view, but making the effort can potentially produce growth. It just requires an open mind and the humility to acknowledge that our perspective is only one of a universe of possible...

Appreciate It.

The best way to deal with anything is to fully appreciate it. Our work, hobbies and relationships with mates, family and friends can suffer simply because we lack sufficient appreciation or take things for granted. Even the parts of life that irritate us have...

Delight in Discernment

Humans evaluate everything in relation to their likes and needs. Originally born out of the instinct for survival, this impulse has served its purpose to protect the species. However, applying that impulse to everything that enters our awareness contributes to our...

The Real Prize

The real prize in life is not what you get at the end of a project. It’s not the moment you win, capture the award, receive the bonus or graduate with honors. The best reward in life is one that is always available to you because it lies in the process....