This month’s practice is to “be love,” which means in part to act with love. I’ll spend the rest of this issue explaining more but I first want to share a story. Recently, my daughter’s preschool teacher returned from Taiwan with a bag of treats for each child. Inside the clear bag … [Read more...]
Mindfulness is about paying attention in a particular way: To your present moment experience with curiosity and kindness, rather than with judgment (the way our minds usually work). It's about cultivating awareness and compassion of and for self and others, at every possible opportunity.” In … [Read more...]
Incline your mind toward joy. This month's simple practice is an invitation to joy, which might already be on your mind given the time of year. Before I get to the details, take a moment to connect with the word "joy" and notice whatever there is to notice. Maybe your mind goes to the last … [Read more...]
Dear Readers, This month, “A Simple Thing” celebrates it’s first birthday! Those of you who’ve been reading this past year will recognize this month’s practice “Give Thanks” because it is the same practice I offered one year ago. I’m recycling the content this month because much … [Read more...]