One of the many truisms of life is this: Your perspective has the power to change your life experience. The reality is that oftentimes, we aren’t happy or sad based on our circumstances. Rather, we’re happy or sad based on how we view our circumstances. The good news is that…
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How to Thrive When Life Feels Out of Control
The greatest challenge that we face in life is knowing how to manage thing happen that are outside of our control. The problem is that so much of life is outside of our control. For example, neither you nor I have control over other people. We also can’t control the…
How to Cope with Life’s Uncertainty
Life is unpredictable. No matter how much we try to ensure that our lives will go smoothly, that doesn’t always happen. Why? Well, because so much of life is outside of our control. For instance, we can’t control the behavior of others. Nor can we control the weather, natural disasters…
The Unexpected Benefits of Slowing Down and Accomplishing Less
In our society, there is a huge push to be productive. There are books, websites and experts who want to train you on how to accomplish even more during your waking hours. The problem is that doing more will not make you more successful. Nor will it make you happier. …
How to Use Metta to Calm Your Mind
Metta is the Buddhist practice of feeling love and compassion for all beings. Sometimes, it’s referred to as a “loving kindness” practice. A metta practice is incredibly powerful. It’s a practice that can help you feel calmer as you navigate life. First, a metta practice is a way for you…