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Be a farmer, sow good thoughts
“Another dimension of Krishna’s use of the word “field” is brought out by a traditional Hindu anecdote. A wandering Sadhu or holy man is asked what his work in life is; he replies, “I’m a farmer.” When the questioner looks surprised he adds, “This body of mine is my field. I sow good thoughts, and actions, and […]
7 travel scams that you should know
If you’ve traveled at all, chances are you’ve either fallen for a travel scam, or have had someone try to pull one on you. Going on a vacation or traveling shouldn’t be a scary experience. If you know about the scams that are out there, you should be able to avoid them. Here are seven […]
Finding More on the Mat — A Book Review by Kate Bartolotta
“So who do I have to kill to get some Grace around here?” When Michelle asked if I wanted to read and review her book, I wasn’t really sure what to expect. There are plenty of yoga “memoirs” out there that seem to be little more than self-congratulatory storytelling and recycled pseudo-spiritual platitudes. But I […]
Russell Wilson’s Kindness Leaves Mark
One day in 2009, Russell Wilson found himself addressing hundreds of students at St. Timothy’s School in Raleigh, N.C. The topic was bullying. At the time, Wilson was the starting quarterback for NC State and a first-team All-ACC selection. Maura Horton, the wife of Wolfpack offensive line coach Don Horton, had invited Wilson to speak […]