9 Tips to Avoid Distracted Living and Become Mindful

Texting while driving has killed thousands in the US and states have passed legislation to outlaw, “distracted driving.” I’m trying to reduce my own tendencies of “distracted living.” Although it’s not as deadly as distracted driving, distracted living can have negative consequences leading us to seek instant gratification instead of spiritual truths and causing us […]

Extremely Powerful Motivational Video – Eric Thomas’ Secrets to Success

I saw this for the first time about three years ago. I have watched it over one hundred times. If you teach in an urban area or an area of intense struggle – please show your students this video. We were able to show students in West Philadelphia and they really enjoyed it. 

Mindfulness Meditation Infographic

What are Mala beads? How do I use them?

What are Mala beads?  Mala beads or Buddhist prayer beads are a string of beads  — 108 is a common number — of uniform size. They have a large role in Buddhist and Hindu meditation practices. We first were introduced to Mala beads by Rory Trollen while on a yoga retreat in Thailand. How do I […]