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…
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. …
We all want to live an ethical life. But what exactly does it mean to be ethical? Well, at a minimum, being ethical means being honest and fair in your dealings with others. It also means treating other people with respect. And the best way to become a highly ethical…
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…
I know many people who will say without hesitation that they are good people. But then they’ll, on occasion, do and say terrible things. The problem is that for most of us, there’s a gap between how good we think we are and how good we actually are. If you…