Our inspiration this Monday is pretty straightforward, but in some ways, it may also be more easily said (or thought?) than done. Getting the energy of your thoughts, actions and words to align can be tough, and you may not exactly know how to go about it. You definitely know when it’s not the case, […]
Monday Moment: Full alignment Read More »
Today in the U.S., we honor courage. We remember those whose sacrifice has helped to make our collective life here more full of opportunity. We are grateful for their willingness to push past uncertainty, discomfort and fear in the name of something greater than themselves. We are inspired by the articulation of their intentions in actions, and their
Monday Moment: Go boldly Read More »
As we find ourselves looking at the early side of yet another Monday, a little reminder from someone whose wisdom is often encapsulated in humor. Whether it’s tonight, or Friday, or whatever comes next in your life journey, the best route to getting there is from this very spot. Take a breath right where you
Monday Moment: Go from here Read More »
In mindfulness, we often talk about observing our thoughts and sometimes even making choices about which ones serve us well, and therefore get to stay, and which we would be best to simply allow to pass by without an invitation to stick around. Same goes with the people we choose to keep in our lives.
Monday Moment: Good choice Read More »
We’re taking just a few steps back as we start our week to sit for just a second with our notion of generosity. How do we feel when we give of ourselves to others, whether a small gesture or a substantial gift or sacrifice on our part? After the afterglow of that moment passes, what
Monday Moment: Reflects well Read More »
Morning! Bet you woke up this morning wishing it wasn’t quiiiiite Monday just yet. Or, maybe that’s just me putting my stuff on you, but I’m guessing not. Just one more day of weekend…that’s all you need, right? It’s funny how, sometimes, we wish time would just slow down and take a few extra beats
Monday Moment: Leave it be Read More »
What more inspiration do you need on a Monday morning than this, right? Ignatius was not mincing words here, but who has time for that on Monday anyway…? I have to admit, it’s not a message you’d expect to hear from a Catholic saint, but to me, that’s all the more reason to love it.
Monday Moment: Fired up Read More »
As you get yourself started on this first morning of the workweek, keep in mind that the challenges ahead are shaped as much by how you see them as by whatever they may be made of. The light is always there, and you don’t have to wait until Friday to feel it. Photo credit:
Monday Moment: Light now Read More »
Wow, y’all. It has been quite a few days in the world, especially the corner of it that I live in…these are interesting, challenging and important times to be a mindfulness practitioner, and not just for the reasons you might be thinking (personal sanity, for one). Yes, a mindfulness practice can help to center you
Monday Moment: Root cause Read More »
Kind of a sweet sentiment to start off this winter week, but it’s actually more than a just a pretty idea. Ask someone who’s ever seen one of their dreams come true, and they’ll tell you they believe in magic. They may not say so explicitly, and they will probably also talk about the value
Monday Moment: Vision test Read More »
