The Yoga Sutras are comprised of 196 sayings that speak to the nature of mind, lifestyle, values, use of the body, breath (prana, in Sanskrit) and our senses. Compiled by the sage Patangali in the second century BCE, the sutras are intended to bring about self-realization. Over the ages, there have been many outstanding translations. […]
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Accepting Negativity & What You Can Do to Transform It
Have you ever wondered why the impact of a positive moment can feel so fleeting while you can’t seem to shake off bad feelings after a negative event? Maybe an otherwise fine restaurant, one you’ve trusted for years, serves up a bug in your soup and you can’t convince yourself to give them another try. […]
Speak Less, Listen More
One of my intentions for the New Year is to speak less and listen more. It might seem unusual for a communicator, educator, and coach to cultivate silence, yet the wisest teachers I’ve encountered speak little. When they do talk, their eloquence is inspiring. One way I’ve been putting this to practice is to ask […]