New Year, Same ol’ me on My Kindfulness Journey
Instead of new year’s resolutions, I am more concerned with setting intentions for how I want to be rather than what I wish to achieve, given that there are so many variables that account for whether we accomplish a goal not. On the other hand, I have learned, through my journey, that we have a lot more discretion over whether we show up in life, the manner in which we show up, the way we respond to situations and the effort we put in.
Raising Children with an Attitude of Gratitude
Gratitude is more than just a buzzword or a popular #hashtag— which is why it’s no wonder that avid practitioners corroborate the plethora of research that suggests it has the power to significantly and positively impact the fabric of our social and emotional lives, including our health, happiness, personality and career. While research is clear that gratitude is one of the healthiest emotions human beings can embody, what isn’t so obvious or common sensical is how to teach and practise gratitude with little ones.
In the FLOW: Mindfulness for Peace & Joy
I used to try and control life and the people around me, but I eventually came to realize that there really is no reason to get upset if something doesn’t work out as planned or someone doesn’t see things the way I do. I just breathe and watch for what happens next, allow things to fall into place. I can’t count how many times a better circumstance or situation has emerged. The universe synchronizes with my flow and most times it feels like everything just falls perfectly into place.
Once you feel flow, you’re always going to want to stay in flow. Being in flow is so very powerful and essential for attaining a blissful life. When I remain fluid and am in flow, all sorts of opportunities emerge that truly surpass anything I could ever plan for or wish to come true.
Helping Children Thrive while Learning at Home
Navigating the upcoming school year will be easier, for adults and children alike, if adults feel confident in their capacity to not only teach children reading, writing and arithmetic, but to also do what’s best for children’s mental, emotional and social development.