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Modern Life: a time management discussion
Last week we shared Anthony Demello’s poem, A parable on modern life. A great conversation ensued. I wanted to share it with everyone and see if anyone else can share their story and practice when it comes to time management. “A PARABLE ON MODERN LIFE The animals met in assembly and began to complain that […]
Finding Your Flow: 6 Steps for a New Morning Routine
Find Your Flow: Suggestions for a new morning routine People talk a lot about “flow.” Psychologist Mihály Csíkszentmihályi proposed the concept decades ago—a state of mind achieved when you’re fully immersed in a project or task—but the basic tenants of flow date back to the teachings of Taoism and Buddhism. As the Buddha tells us, “Do not dwell […]
Interesting Use of Kale
Lina, a friend from the Westport Community Gardens, grows kale and other vegetables for the sole purpose of donating it to the local homeless shelter. This is a beautiful, selfless act. Any donation, I’m sure, is appreciated and useful. But donating something that takes time, energy, and love is amasing. Instead of donating a box […]