Mindfulness

Mindfulness

Robert Heinlein's assertion from 1982 highlights that a dying culture exhibits personal rudeness, noting a significant loss of politeness and gentle manners, more telling than riots.

Most people are familiar with 'white noise' machines; just as white light is composed of all the visible colors, white noise incorporates all audible frequencies of sound at once.

Eleanor emphasizes that carefully concealing intelligence for the sake of politeness can actually be patronizing, while revealing it authentically does not assert hierarchy.

Ferg came to prominence in the early 2010s as a member of the hip-hop collective A$AP Mob, fusing alternative sensibilities with rap to create a sound uniquely Ferg.

Maximizing leads to less happiness, as constantly seeking the best option increases regret and dissatisfaction. Too many choices create decision fatigue, reducing contentment.

Many leaders can fail to recognize the very traits that others deeply appreciate. Skills like critical thinking, problem solving, or strategic insight can feel so effortless that we don't notice them in ourselves.

People embracing intentional living are not opting out of ambition—they're redefining success altogether. It's less about the hustle and more about harmony.

"I have my dad's death to thank for my son's birth. After he died, I was really sad that I wouldn't have someone to share my joy with, but that sadness galvanized in me a desire to create a deeper legacy and cherish the moments that matter most."

Suffering = pain x resistance. When we resist our resistance and beat ourselves up, we multiply our initial suffering, leading to even greater distress.

Suzuki arrived in California with answers. At a dilapidated temple founded for Japanese immigrants in San Francisco's Japantown, he slowly defined the trajectory of Zen in the US. 'Just sit,' he told his followers. 'Just breathe.' This simple directive became foundational in adapting Zen practices to a postwar America seeking meaning.

A MIT study published in June found that people using ChatGPT wrote less effectively, scoring lower on memory, focus, and critical thinking tests than those who wrote solo or with search engines.

"Just because we go through these tough roads ... it is what it is. We'll be better once we get on the other end of it and figure things out a little bit more. End of the season, we'll talk a little bit more, but I ain't going nowhere."

Self-compassion is not self-pity, self-indulgence, or self-esteem. It involves recognizing our suffering, acknowledging common humanity, and offering kindness, which can be validating, reassuring, or nurturing.

Chiron retrograde, which begins on July 26, 2024, in Aries, offers a journey into self-healing by reframing and recreating our understanding of healing.

You're not the average of five people, you're the result of what you build purpose around.

On a long train trip from Sydney to Melbourne, an older couple handed me a well-thumbed copy of The Man Who Was Thursday by GK Chesterton without saying a word.

The traditional model of leadership relies heavily on hustle and external pressures, leading to leader burnout and employee disconnection, hindering overall success.

Adding variety to your habit can make it more enjoyable. When a habit is more enjoyable, it can help us be more consistent.

Suleika Jaouad has been journaling since childhood, using it to navigate her battle with leukemia and the pandemic, until she sought inspiration in other writers' works.

The latest optical illusion features a picture of a grazing goat with a hidden woman's face, observable by examining it from different angles and distances.

Responding positively to compliments not only improves self-esteem but also enhances the social connection between the individuals involved, fostering a more rewarding interaction overall.

Astrologers suggest that particular colors may have an indirect influence on your mood, impacting how you present yourself socially and enhancing your overall demeanor.

Pay attention to social demands and expand your skills and knowledge to accommodate trends.

The answer to stress is not necessarily adding in stress-reduction techniques; instead, there is value in reducing activities and considering what can be removed.