It’s the end of the year–the time of darkness, reflection, and holiday. And on most years at this time, I’m very happy. I’m grateful for my loved ones. My health. A warm home. I’m giddy about seeing twinkling lights in front of the homes in my neighborhood. But this year– this year I just don’t […]
How to Effectively Tame Your Inner Critic: Shadow Wrangling
Do you ever have the feeling that, if everything isn’t going well, you aren’t worthy enough to share your voice or wisdom? Have you encountered that internal voice proclaiming that your struggle is a weakness that must be hidden at all cost? Have you sat with the shame of feeling like there must be something […]
How to Connect your Practice and your Life–with Walking
Walking is a fundamental theme in my life. Each step beats like a metronome, both setting my pace and responding to the pace of my life. Step. Step. Breath. Breath. My love of walking started when I was 22. I traveled to Nepal and walked the Annipurna Circuit, a trek which took about 3 weeks. […]
The Miracle of Meditation
My first book was called The Miracle of Meditation and that title perfectly describes exactly what I feel unendingly inspired to share with people. My practice of meditation has blessed me with the experience of a miracle, a miracle so beautiful and life transforming that I’ve been tirelessly sharing it with people all over the […]
This Is How Becoming A Father Transformed Me
I’m 41 years old and have a 2-year-old son. Relatively speaking, I’m a little late to the parenting game. Until a few years ago, I had no interest in having children whatsoever. I had lived in an intense intentional spiritual community for 14 years that suited my inclinations. I didn’t understand the value of devoting […]