Weekly Wisdom

“Be kind to unkind people – they need it the most.”   - Ashleigh Brilliant


Meditation

Loving Lovingkindness

Loving Lovingkindness

Lovingkindness meditation (maitri in Sanskrit and metta in Pali) is a very powerful type of meditation in which we focus our attention on ourselves and on others with a sense of interest, caring and compassion.  The traditional practice of lovingkindness meditation is done by repeating to yourself:  May I Be safe, May I Be happy, May I Be [...]

Healthy Living

Give Yourself a Time Out!

Give Yourself a Time Out!

The Time Out is a disciplinary tool used by parents to correct bad behavior.  The idea is to send a child to a particular place so that he can think about his bad behavior, or simply feel the consequences of misbehaving by having to sit still, quietly and alone for a few minutes (or what [...]

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Our Greatest Teachers

Our Greatest Teachers

I had always imagined that I would one day be a wise old lady, imparting profound words of wisdom about life and teaching my children how to navigate through it.   After twelve years of motherhood, I now realize that I have learned more from my children than I ever could have imagined.  They have become [...]

Things We Love

We have read so many great books, met many inspirational people and found amazing local resources. We want to share them with you. Check out the Things We Love.