Consider a choice we have in each moment of our lives - Shall I contribute my energy to the gloom or use it to inspire hope, love, peace,...

Authentic connection only seems to happen with those who are open, grounded and fully present, emotional armor down. Lesser experiences...

It's easy to think about what we need from others. Today's challenge is to think about how we could improve the relationship with...

There is a difference between substance and illusion. Money does not equal wealth and people who claim they are important usually aren't....

I remember being terrified to fly on a plane. Now I'm usually asleep before the plane takes off. I'd rather be rested when I arrive at my...

We can't always avoid being used, lied to, hurt, or cheated, but we can control our response. Every self-pitying thought is a sip of...

Truth rises from our hearts when we tune out outside influences, calm the mind, and listen. Everything else is just noise. #ReadTheStain...

In ideal circumstances, we have an enjoyable job that pays well and allows plenty of time and energy for a richly satisfying personal...

Lego Man raises a good question. What do you think? #ReadTheStain #writer #blogger #coach #psychology #spirituality #mentalhealth #choice...

Every thought that holds us back from pursuing our dreams is a trap. Counter the nervous inner voice that asks, "What if this crappy...

The weeks of our lives often fly by without much thought. This Monday may feel like any other as we get ready for the usual grind. Do you...

Today's challenge is to pause every time we pass through a doorway to take in the scene on the other side of the threshold. Notice the...

Today's challenge is to be more aware of our surroundings - to drink in the beauty, curiosity, and little splendors. Easy, right?...

Guess again, Buckaroo. The only reason we take anything personally is because our pride is injured. Without the ego's involvement, we'd...

There is an art to cultivating the light within ourselves that doesn't involve avoiding or denying the painful or upsetting parts. Simply...

We may return to peace at the center of chaos anytime by focusing on perfection within the moment. Whether it's the way sunlight filters...

This week's challenge is to take a deep breath whenever feeling rushed. Pausing to hold an inhaled breath for a count of eight is long...

When we say we feel "happy" today, is it the same as level we felt five, ten or twenty years ago? What changed? #ReadTheStain #writer...

Today's mindfulness challenge is to pay attention to nonverbal communication. Observe facial expressions, tone of voice, eye contact,...

The path may lead us through different experiences, but the underlying purpose does not change. #ReadTheStain #writer #writing #blogger...