Before I eat my meals I like to say grace. Not in the traditional Christian sense, but in my own way. Before I take my first bite, I pause. I close my eyes. Smell my food. I think about my gratitude for the food I am about to eat. I try to imagine all of … Continue reading Why I say grace before meals
Japanese Forest Bathing – Benefits of time in nature
Whenever I’m feeling “off” I make it a point to go out and get a heavy dose of nature in my system. I do this when I’m feeling stressed, uncreative, have some type of block, or generally feel unmotivated to work. I do it when I’m having a problem with a friend or family member. … Continue reading Japanese Forest Bathing – Benefits of time in nature
Quality of Breath = Quality of Mind
Over the last few years of mediation the single most important thing that I have discovered is that the quality of your breathing is a reflection of the quality of your mind. Breath is the gateway to my awareness of both the thoughts going through my head and the sensations of my body. The deeper … Continue reading Quality of Breath = Quality of Mind
The Surprisingly Simple Secret to a Long and Happy Life
The other day I watched a TED talk called “The Secret to Living Longer May Be Your Social Life”. In this talk, Susan Pinker explores why a remote village in Italy has more than SIX TIMES the number of centenarians (people who live to the age of 100) than anywhere else in the world. What … Continue reading The Surprisingly Simple Secret to a Long and Happy Life
15 Ways to Get Better Sleep
Lately, for whatever reason, a handful of my friends have been complaining to me about their lack of quality sleep. Whether it’s trying to fall asleep or staying asleep throughout the night, I continue to meet people who struggle with one or both. Luckily, I’m fortunate to say that I have been blessed with an … Continue reading 15 Ways to Get Better Sleep