In meditation we sit and let life unfold from moment to moment without any interaction. This can be considered not having a problem with anything, or letting things be, or being in the moment. Regardless of what you call it, the practice is one of allowing whatever shows up to show up. I often […]
The Art of Embodied Listening
The new year is traditionally a time of resolution. We take stock of the past year and decide how we’d like to change or do better. We renounce what isn’t working and are filled with a renewed sense of hope. We are infused with a sense of possibility and confidence in our ability to achieve […]
Using Meditation to See the Bigger Picture
Imagine you’re at a beach on a beautiful summer’s day, and you become aware of a child moping and whining, complete with the familiar ear-piercing tones. It’s easy to question the parenting present (or not present), yell at the kid in your own head, and get upset that he is ruining your day. Or, you […]
The Grouchy Meditator: How to be Happy When you Feel Like a Grinch
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 Meditation Changes Your Identity
Until last month, I’ve been wearing eyeglasses since I was 7 years old. I liked them at first because they made me look like Brainy Smurf, who was clearly smart. But as I grew older, so did my nearsightedness. By my awkward teenage years, my glasses became coke bottle telescopes. While contact lenses helped with my […]