You know what you want to do and be but can’t seem to strengthen your resolve and make the changes you want. You have a mental picture of the ideal you and the present you but you can’t seem to bridge the gap between the two. Whether it is making healthier choices in...
Dharma is a multifaceted word in Indian philosophy that has found its way into western thought and usage. Dharma is commonly used to mean one’s duty, or to do what’s considered right, morally and ethically. Dharma also refers to universal values of life such as...
When your head hurts, you may say, “I have a headache. I don’t feel well.” Notice that in the first sentence you describe yourself as the one who has the headache, and in the second sentence you identify with that pain and say, “I don’t feel well.” Living in awareness...
Inner wealth is something no one can take away. It gives us the strength to face and live life with poise and greater equanimity. It builds character and wisdom. What exactly is this inner wealth? Inner wealth is made up of certain qualities of character and wisdom...
You may think that you can’t measure your inner growth because it’s not quantifiable like your weight or height. Inner growth is a ripening or maturing of your outlook and responses to life. And yet, there are ways to measure your inner growth. You won’t need a...
Work never seems to end. Just when you think you’ve completed a list of tasks and give a sigh of relief, you remember one more thing that has to be done. And then another, and another. It’s mentally and physically exhausting. The list of tasks keeps growing. If there...
