I didn't always have it. Understand it. Or embrace it. And then when I thought I did, I realized I didn't fully get it. When I was growing my first business, I clearly didn't have it. When I was in my 20's and 30's no way did I have it. I don't think most people …
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The Alchemist.
I recently read an amazing book, The Alchemist. Thanks to my wife for suggesting it as she thought it reflected alot of what I have been reading and practicing in my daily life. And as usual, she was spot on. It's an extraordinary book about finding oneself, about surrendering to a higher power and discovering the …
Be. Here. Now.
I love Ram Dass. He is funny. Provocative. Inspirational. And so insightful. His journey is one that I have used in my life as sort of a model for self-discovery. Here is a short bio on him from his Podcast... "Ram Dass first went to India in 1967. He was still Dr. Richard Alpert, a prominent …
Two Days.
I used to suffer from the dreaded Monkey Brain. My mind would race constantly with thoughts, ideas, to-do's, past grievances and future concerns. We aren't born with it, but as we go through life, we all see and suffer from things that eventually, ultimately find their way back into our thoughts. And I think for me, …
Smile.
For as long as I can remember, I reacted the same way when faced with a stressful situation...my jaw would clench, heart and breath would race and my thoughts would automatically go to negative places. And, as a result of these reactions, it would literally take me hours or sometimes days to calm myself down …
The Funeral.
I remember the first time I met with my lawyer and we talked about my Will. He said something that always stuck with me, "Your Will is the final message you leave the world." I know what he meant. He had only good intentions. He was saying that who I decide to leave money, possessions …
What Babies Can Teach Us Grown Ups About Life.
Happy Baby! Most babies are little bundles of joy. Happy. Silly. Playful. I know mine were. Think about it...they come into this world and their needs are so simple and basic. Food. Attention. Love. Affection. Sleep. (ok, and yes, a good poop:) And most of all, babies seek companionship and give unconditional love. They want …
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