Powerful G-Forces: Gratitude and Generosity

Gratitude and generosity are interdependent attitudes of mindfulness and powerful G-forces that can be cultivated through practice.

Attachment: Don’t Carry Your Boat

Mindfulness can help us realize when something is no longer needed and let it go - even when it means letting go of certain mindfulness practices.

The Myths of Mindfulness

In this post, we'll explore the most common myths I encounter about mindfulness through my work as a psychologist and mindfulness teacher.

Yoga Asana: A Moving Mindfulness Practice

For many people in the US, yoga is a wonderful and accessible entryway into the mindfulness and meditative practices.

Befriending Yourself

Practicing self-compassion is a way to befriend ourselves, providing needed support, motivating through encouragement, and making space to learn from mistakes.

A Secular Sacred Space

Creating a sacred and protected space for a formal mindfulness practice helps us drop in and keep returning again and again.

The Paradox of Acceptance

Mindfulness can help us find acceptance, which is compassionate presence - acknowledging what is without judgment.

Mindfulness Practice in 3D: Dedication, Diligence, Devotion

To be dedicated, diligent and devoted means to decide firmly on a course of action - to make a vow to practice and resource ourselves for following through.

Taking Offense: A Variation on Aversion

Mindfulness can help us unpack our feelings of taking offense so we can respond with compassion, skill and wisdom.

Cultivating a Sustainable Practice

Here are some tips we give participants of 8-week courses to help them cultivate a sustainable mindfulness practice.

Mindfulness Based Programs

Mindfulness-Based Programs (MBPs) are evidence based mind-body programs that train participants in the cultivation of mindfulness in order to support wellbeing, address the causes of human distress, and offer pathways to relieving suffering.

Equanimity Now

Equanimity is a state of calm and composure - a balance of the mind, that can be cultivated through practice and embodied, even under stress.