Two Buddhist monks return to their monastery after the rains. They reach a swollen river and in front of them is an extremely beautiful lady in a delicate silk kimono, distressed because she is unable to cross the river by herself. So, the older monk scoops her up, carries her […]
Coaching and Self-Awareness
January 2016 – Meditation for the year
“Be content with what you have; rejoice in the way things are. When you realize there is nothing lacking, the whole world belongs to you.” Lao Tzu Check back next month for a coaching practice to support you in this meditation. Have a joyfully fulfilling 2016.
November 2015 – Letting Go
I have a lovely book called “Daily Joy: 365 Days if Inspiration”. As the title implies, there is a quote for each day of the year accompanied by a stunning photo that often illuminates the meaning in the quote. The book is published by National Geographic, so the photos are truly […]
October 2015 – Creating Your Future
If you believe that: “the future is not a result of choices among alternative paths offered by the present, but a place that is created–created first in the mind and will, created next in activity. The future is not some place we are going to, but one we are creating. […]
September 2015 – Quote for the month
If you are willing to look at another person’s behaviour toward you as a reflection of the state of their relationship with themselves rather than a statement about your value as a person then you will, over a perid of time, cease to react at all. Yogi Bhajan
July 2015 – Monthly Coaching Practice: My Mission
It can be easy enough to name personal and professional goals like, getting a praticular new position at work, loosing 5 pounds, learning to run or do yoga; however, it can be harder to identify the underlying reasons you set these goals. Understanding WHY you want to achieve certain goals […]
June 2015 – Monthly Coaching Practice: Gratitude
This practice is intended to build your ability to observe, recognize, and be grateful for life. This can be as simple as stopping to observe a beautiful sunset. You will need a journal (some kind of writing pad) to do this practice. At the end of every day (no exceptions) […]
May 2015 – Empowering Yoga & Meditation
The goal of Empowering Yoga and Meditation is not to control your life, but to stop letting life control you. Contact me if you are interested in freeing yourself.
APRIL 2015 – MONTHLY COACHING PRACTICE
Make a list of the things that make you happy. Make a list of the things you do in a day. Compare the lists. Adjust accordingly.