Tag: mindfulness

Thanksgiving

It’s been a rough few weeks to be a human, hasn’t it? We’ve seen tragedy in Paris, Beirut, Mali, and many other places. We’ve seen people reacting to these tragedies with fear and hatred. It feels like something vitally important to our humanity is at risk: our ability to love each other, empathize with each… Continue reading Thanksgiving

Looking at Mindfulness by Christophe André

I received a digital galley of Looking at Mindfulness: 25 Ways to Live in the Moment Through Art by Christophe André a few days before it was released. Then I saw it in print while I was browsing McNally Jackson and I knew I had to own it. It’s a simply designed but incredibly beautiful book: it’s… Continue reading Looking at Mindfulness by Christophe André

Sit Like a Buddha: Review and Giveaway

As I mentioned in my review of 10% Happier by Dan Harris, I’ve decided to give meditation practice another try. I tried meditation shortly before I started traveling last year, but the habit wasn’t strong enough to be sustained throughout the non-routined days of extended travel. But 10% Happier inspired me to give it another go, and… Continue reading Sit Like a Buddha: Review and Giveaway

Being thankful, being present, and Apple Pie

Thanksgiving week. Is there anything more overwhelming than opening up a new post with the intention of writing about things that you’re grateful for? The list is never-ending. I’m so fortunate and thankful for my friends, my family, my job, good health, and to be living in the city that I love. This year I’ve… Continue reading Being thankful, being present, and Apple Pie