Category Archives: Reading

Smokeless Break

My supervisor recently got very angry when a few employees lined up at the time clock shortly before quitting time. She said we must keep working every minute until the end of our shift. However, her concern for productivity seems … Continue reading

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The S.T.O.P. Practice

This “portable” mindfulness practice can support you as difficult moments arise at any point in your day. The four steps of the STOP practice can take as little as a few seconds to a few minutes to complete. Try it … Continue reading

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Tune into your Meta-Awareness

        The moment of noticing a thought is a very powerful moment. It’s really where the real meditation occurs. That’s because there’s a spark of insight at that point, what in technical terms is called meta-awareness: you’re aware of your … Continue reading

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Pennies From Heaven

Three years ago, my mother sent me a birthday card with a penny inside. She died recently, and I’m still wondering why she sent me just a penny. Is there an old adage connected to giving someone a penny as … Continue reading

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Stopping Verbal & Emotional Abuse

Many of us have said, harsh words to our children during moments of anger. But such words have the power to inflict lasting wounds. Here’ a few ways to stop the abuse. If your kid makes a mistake, like spilling … Continue reading

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