“Within you, there is a stillness and a sanctuary to which you can retreat at any time and be yourself.” – Hermann Hesse One of the books that I’ve recently been using as a teaching tool is Ordinary People as Monks
Last week during the Skeen Stronghold, we explored the power of fierce conversations and how transformative they can be in our personal and professional lives. We discussed how these honest, courageous dialogues can lead to growth, understanding, and real lasting change. But there’s
In our everyday interactions, we often find ourselves communicating on a superficial level, often hiding our true feelings beneath a veneer of politeness and people-pleasing. We choose our words so carefully, hoping to avoid any conflict or disappointment. And in
“The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.”— Mahatma Gandhi Throughout our lives, we’ve all had dreams, both big and small. But some dreams are especially worthy of pursuit—those that transcend personal achievement
What gets you out of bed in the morning? Each morning we wake up to a brand-new day, each of us with a special reason that gets us moving to start the day. And on a cold, rainy or snowy
Imagine you’re a hermit crab, cozy and safe inside your shell. It’s your home, your protection against the harsh world outside. Life is good. But there comes a time when this shell just doesn’t fit anymore. It becomes too tight,
“Don’t stumble over something that’s behind you.”-Seneca the Younger, Roman Philosopher Throughout our lives, every action we take, big or small, is like a ripple. And these actions—whether intentional or accidental—contribute to the constantly shifting currents that shape our life
Today, distractions are endless, and our everyday connections can feel superficial. Collectively, there’s a societal preoccupation with “looking good,” especially through the idealized glamour of photo filters and social media. But the yearning to be seen and understood for who
I have a new friend. He’s 84 years old. And the other day he invited me out to lunch. So during lunch, I mentioned to him that I really like to know people. Things like what they were like as
Listening to the Wisdom of Your Aliveness In the frantic pace of everyday life, it’s often easy to lose sight of what truly matters. We find ourselves caught up in the external stuff; the expectations of others, societal norms, and