There are only two real responses to suffering: Push it away. Or say to it: “yes and thank you” There is no “right” way to suffer, and in fact, most of us have tried both responses many different times. But once you discover what’s possible when you soften into suffering, you can ...Show more
You Don’t Have to Hold It Together
There are so many things falling apart right now and if you’re someone like me who likes to: - Hold things together - Bring things together - Keep things together This time is probably uncomfortable at best and maybe painful at worst. I’m today’s episode, I’ll share with you some ...Show more
When the Worst People in the World Are the Most Confident
Have you noticed how the worst people in the world — those with the least character, next to no ethics and the lowest possible bar for human decency — have the most confidence? They have no issues taking up space, asserting their ideas or taking the lead role. Meanwhile those of ...Show more
Can Breathing Together Change the World?
I’ve wondered again and again how I can make a meaningful contribution during this dark time in human history and I keep coming back to this: The power of our breath. The simple act of showing up and intentionally breathing changed my life irrevocably many years ago and still con ...Show more
Softening in the Face of Uncertainty
Sometimes the world feels like it's becoming more dark and depraved by the day. If you’re taking any amount of news or current events, you have to be feeling some measure of fear, frustration, rage and helplessness (or you’re not paying attention). What do we do with all of these ...Show more