by Michael Jones | May 7, 2025 | Blog Posts
Gratitude: A Simple Practice to Rewire Your Mind for Peace It’s easy to forget how powerful our attention really is. The mind, left unchecked, gravitates toward what’s wrong, what’s missing, or what could go wrong next. Psychologists call this the negativity bias—an...
by Michael Jones | Jun 24, 2024 | Blog Posts
Embracing Ichi-go Ichi-e: The Art of Cherishing Every Moment In our fast-paced world, it’s easy to rush through life without truly experiencing it. We often find ourselves preoccupied with past regrets or future anxieties, rarely pausing to appreciate the present...
by Michael Jones | Feb 22, 2024 | Blog Posts
The 3Rs of Recognition, Remorse, and Repair offer a valuable framework for navigating the aftermath of being hurt. We discussed before about the importance of forgiveness for your own sake. But how to decide about being vulnerable again when someone hurts you? ...
by Michael Jones | Feb 20, 2024 | Blog Posts
Ever been told to ‘just smile and be happy’ when you felt like the world was crumbling around you? It’s like being handed a band-aid when you’ve just fallen off a cliff—well-intentioned, but wildly inadequate. Welcome to the world of toxic positivity,...
by Michael Jones | Feb 13, 2024 | Blog Posts
Imagine carrying a backpack every day, into which every hurt, slight, or grievance you’ve ever experienced is stored as a heavy stone. Over time, this backpack becomes so burdensome that moving forward becomes a struggle. This is the weight of unforgiveness. The...
by Michael Jones | Feb 11, 2024 | Blog Posts
In the bustling marketplace of modern life, three Buddhist concepts stand out as serene sanctuaries we can step into any moment, transforming our day with peace and mindfulness. These ancient teachings, far from being relics, are as relevant today as ever, offering us...
