When I first came across the five Buddhist ethical categories of speech in my reading, I decided to dig into them to see how they applied to me. These principles offer a thoughtful guide to…
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Transforming Anger Through Empathy: A Practical Approach to Defusing Strong Emotions
Anger is a powerful emotion. It can sweep over us quickly, fueled by frustration, misunderstandings, or unmet expectations, often leaving us feeling tense and reactive. Yet, while anger is natural, how we handle it can…
Mastering the Art of Noticing Your Moods: A Practical Guide to Emotional Awareness
Background moods, often subtle and shifting, impact everything from how we talk to people to how we respond to everyday challenges.
Observing Thoughts Without Reacting: A Key to Emotional Balance
I never thought I’d find myself arguing with the dog. But there I was, mid-morning, in my kitchen-slash-office, debating life choices with a creature who was mostly concerned with the treats in my pocket. This,…
Turning Inner Struggle into Progress: Using Self-Awareness to Break Free of Negative Cycles
Life often brings us face-to-face with inner struggles—those moments of frustration, self-doubt, or emotional upheaval that can feel overwhelming. While external challenges can be difficult, inner conflicts often pose an even greater obstacle. They can…
Noticing Absence: How to Recognize and Appreciate a Clear Mind
True clarity is found in moments when the mind is free from noise and distraction.
Unlocking the Power of Super Communication: The Key to Effective Communication
Throughout my years coaching leaders and teams, I’ve learned that even the best-intentioned conversations can falter when people aren’t truly connecting. I’ve seen firsthand how simple misunderstandings can derail communication. The solution? Mastering super communication,…
The Three Key Obstacles to Mental Clarity: Desire, Anger, and Confusion
In a world that often feels chaotic, achieving mental clarity is essential for making sound decisions, solving problems effectively, and maintaining emotional well-being. Yet, three common states—desire, anger, and confusion—frequently disrupt our focus and cloud…
Facing the Unthinkable: How to Tackle Insurmountable Challenges with Resilience and Growth
Life often throws challenges at us that seem impossible to overcome. These aren’t the usual day-to-day hurdles, but rather those moments that shake us to our core—a major health diagnosis, an unexpected job loss, the…
Sustaining Motivation in the Face of Setbacks: The Role of Emotional Resilience
Setbacks are inevitable, but how we recover from them determines whether we keep going. This article discusses the role of emotional resilience in maintaining motivation, offering strategies to bounce back and keep moving forward.