What is a Moment?
The author explores the wisdom of her teachers regarding remaining in the present moment, and offers a contemplation exercise to try.
January 14, 2022
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The author explores the wisdom of her teachers regarding remaining in the present moment, and offers a contemplation exercise to try.
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