Using Nalandabodhi’s tool of inquiry for transforming interpersonal conflict, the author unpacks long-held painful patterns in the context of practicing self-compassion.
Taking inspiration from a song by the great Tibetan yogi Milarepa, the author contemplates the fluidity of life experience and offers a meditative exercise for loosening the habit of mental fixation.
As a “victim” of a fraudulent call with someone impersonating a bank executive, the author has a direct experience of the difference between her confused mind — the “best con artist ever” —and her wise mind.
When I first heard “Be kind to yourself” I thought, “That sounds right.” But just agreeing didn’t stop my habitual grinding pace at work.
A visual and performing artist shares how engaging with curiosity and sense of humor help her meet challenges with resilient joy.
A surprise in the kitchen spurs the author to recognize and appreciate the calming effect of her meditation practice. Included is an exercise for dealing with the unexpected.
