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Peace

So, awesome. Can we end on one more feelings-related note? How can we all tap the idea of empathy and compassion…the more we connect with our breath and the more we connect with our inner selves, the kinder we’re all … Continue reading

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Mindfulness

This practice is best done first thing in the morning, before checking phones or email. 1. On waking, sit in your bed or a chair in a relaxed posture. Close your eyes and connect with the sensations of your seated body. … Continue reading

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Family Dinner

Every holiday, we have a large family dinner of 25 to 30 people. Mostly everyone brings a dish. When we clear the table, a few of the guests try to beat everyone else into the kitchen and pack up a … Continue reading

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The Greeting

RANT to the greeting, “How’s your day going?” or the other one, “How are you doing today?” Both are intrusive and, frankly, both feel like insincere queries. Just a simple, “Hello” should suffice Positively Purging-I welcome your feedbacks in the comments … Continue reading

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Self-Compassion

Give yourself the gift of joy. A gift to yourself can be a splurge or something simple that makes you happy. It can be jewelry, a piece of art or a high-tech kitchen gadget. As you are shopping for holiday … Continue reading

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