The selfie isn’t just vanity; it’s a battleground for identity. How do likes shape our self-worth? Can a photo be an act of rebellion? Let’s explore the double-edged sword of digital self-portrait. Continue reading The Mirror in the Pocket: the Self-Image in the Age of the Selfie
What if getting older is not a weakness? What if it is more like ripening? Continue reading Ripe — The Art of Aging Well
A real conversation about a near-death experience (NDE) and how it changed one man’s life. Continue reading Near-Death Experience (NDE): What Changed After — Shaun Oceans’ Story
Ever wondered if you’re really doing pranayama right? In this post, I revisit my journey with breathwork—from confusion to clarity—and why conscious breathing is so much more than a technique. It’s a gateway to deeper transformation, but only when approached with care. Continue reading Pranayama – The Cosmic Life Force Energy
What if your entire life has been guided by a hidden thread—one theme quietly shaping your journey?
From your greatest challenges to your most joyful moments, there may be a pattern, a deeper purpose, waiting to be discovered. This blog invites you to explore the “red thread” of your life—the invisible force that connects your past to your present, and your purpose to your path. Continue reading The Secret Thread That Weaves Through Your Life
«Have you ever lived in an ashram?” people used to ask me. My answer was, no. But here I am, two months into it, and I can say that ashram life is more than just yoga. Life in an ashram in Rishikesh is a journey of self-discovery—one that challenges you to push beyond what you thought was possible. It demands commitment, acceptance, practice, patience—and then, … Continue reading YOGA AND ASHRAM LIFE
Last weekend, I saw a couple of posts about NOvember. I was intrigued. I’d heard of November and Movember, but NOvember was new to me. In fact, a quick look at the Days of the Year website that I depend on to tell me these things turned up nothing. How I Heard About NOvember Although I usually avoid labelling myself a minimalist, I’m always looking … Continue reading What Will You Say No to this NOvember?
Yesterday on my personal blog, I wrote about why I decided to try Action for Happiness’ Optimistic October challenge. Today, I continue that thread with a look at the benefits of an optimistic outlook, and ways to be more optimistic every day, even during difficult times. The Benefits of an Optimistic Outlook As an optimistic person, I always wonder what goes on in the brains … Continue reading Approaching Each Day With Optimism
More years ago than I care to think about, I first learned about Abraham Maslow and his hierarchy of needs in a university organizational behaviour course. In Maslow’s original work, self-actualization was the pinnacle—the ultimate goal. Later in his career, though, Maslow expanded the hierarchy beyond self-actualization to self-transcendence. If you were paying attention in your business or psychology classes, you may remember that Maslow’s … Continue reading Beyond Self-Actualization to Self-Transcendence
A couple of weeks ago, I read two posts providing very distinct insights on generational differences. This led me to consider how the assumptions we make can get in the way of the intergenerational cooperation that could benefit us all. The first post was from Pete Springer who shared a story of a lovely friendship with an older lady he met while volunteering in a … Continue reading Fostering Intergenerational Cooperation
And just like that, it’s July! Reaching the halfway point of 2024 also means it’s the start of Plastic Free July. If you’re considering making some changes to reduce your footprint, you might be surprised to learn that sustainable living can make your life better in many ways. Plastic Free July started in Australia in 2011. It has since grown into a global movement that … Continue reading How Sustainable Living Makes Life Better
As I was thinking about my dad this Father’s Day weekend, I recalled something he often said when I was growing up. “Kindness costs nothing.” It’s a simple phrase—yet a phrase that makes you wonder why kindness appears to be such a rare commodity these days. One of the nicest compliments I’ve received in the weeks leading up to my retirement is “Michelle is one … Continue reading Sprinkling a Little Kindness Into Our World
Somedays, I am Like this Other days like that Once in a while, I am everything in between And suddenly, I realise that nothing makes sense Then, I drift into the Ocean of doubts That is when I hear my fragmented parts Screaming from all their hearts “We are all part of you In this mysterious boat of life,Like us all, or we’ll tear you apart “ So with trust I swim with them allTo … Continue reading A Remote Island
Do you spend your life rushing from one task to another? Do you struggle to say no and end up exhausted from taking on too may commitments? Do you spend your life trying to win the approval of others? If you said yes to any of these, there’s a good chance you’re an overachiever. In last week’s post, Done is Better Than Perfect, I … Continue reading Breaking the Cycle of Overachievement
“Practice makes perfect.” You probably heard that expression hundreds of times growing up. It sounds like an admirable goal, but the pressure to be perfect creates stress and anxiety, with little payback. Today, I challenge you to say no to perfectionism and embrace a new expression: “Done is better than perfect!” My Journey Toward Imperfection Let me tell you a little secret: I am a … Continue reading Done is Better Than Perfect
We often think about the future like it’s a far-away land we haven’t reached yet, right? Think again! The future isn’t just some distant dreamland; it’s being cooked up right here, right now, in the present moment. Yep, you heard that correctly! It’s all about what we’re thinking, feeling, and how we take on the big wide world around us and respond to it right … Continue reading Curiosity killed the cat
For many reasons, I’ve been thinking a lot about values lately. More and more, it feels like my personal values are in conflict with characteristics society looks up to. I suppose I’ve been thinking about this because the world keeps putting reminders in front of me. It started earlier this month during a weekend retreat. My reflections after returning home prompted me to write … Continue reading Are You Feeding the Right Wolf?
Unpopular Opinion: I’m not really into journaling. But I think it’s happening anyway. Continue reading Am I Journaling? Why?
Good morning! As I shared in last Monday’s post, I took some time this past weekend to fully unplug and recharge. It was refreshing! I don’t have a full post today, but wanted to drop in to share a quote that I wrote down during one of the videos on my weekend retreat. If only we could live two lives: the first in which to … Continue reading Mistakes! I’ve Made a Few!
Why are many humans on an endless quest for greener grass? Rather than enjoying the here and now, we convince ourselves that retirement, a different job, a bigger house, or a new relationship, will be the key to our happiness. But is the grass really greener? And even if it is, will the sight of that lush green grass satisfy us, or will we continue … Continue reading The Endless Quest for Greener Grass
