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Aphorisms and Quotes Inspire Me

Have you read Nichloas Taleb’s latest and very short book The Bed of Procrustes: Philosophical and Practical Aphorisms? It begins with a short introduction that frames the aphorisms to follow. … Continue reading

May 21, 2012 · 16 Comments

Hope is Beautiful

A new blogging friend, melodiousgarden posed the question: “What is the most beautiful thing you have ever seen?” Something akin to a slide show of memories began to display in … Continue reading

April 16, 2012 · 28 Comments

Seeking Happiness: Focus on Relationships

The Oxford Happiness Inventory and a battery of personality measures were completed by 171 subjects. The results showed predicted positive correlations for happiness with satisfaction with life, self-esteem, and sociability … Continue reading

February 2, 2012 · 16 Comments

Deeper Relationships

As Winter Solstice approached I carefully considered what I wanted to leave behind and what I want to achieve in 2012.  In 2011 I was able to achieve my health … Continue reading

December 25, 2011 · 31 Comments

Live in Joy, Peace and Love

Compassion without attachment is possible. Therefore, we need to clarify the distinctions between compassion and attachment. True compassion is not just an emotional response but a firm commitment founded on … Continue reading

December 14, 2011 · 15 Comments

Celebration of Health Posts 2011

My purpose is to live consciously and courageously in the now moment, to resonate with love and compassion, and to leave this world in peace. My overall goal is to … Continue reading

December 10, 2011 · 30 Comments

Forever Four

My friend Zeenat of Positive Provocations has just celebrated her birthday by embracing the child within her. She’s determined to be forever four and I’m joining her. I choose also … Continue reading

October 4, 2011 · 16 Comments
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