I’ve had a fraught relationship with time for as long as I can remember. The persistent and heavy feeling that there is never enough time— to get it all done, to finish the task list, to make the impact I feel called to make— lingers, no matter my efforts to shake it. Even when I think I’ve managed to banish the urgency, it never lasts. Right now, it’s about trying (futilely) to fit in all the people, places, work, play, and general life necessities into the 24/7 we are allotted. Sound familiar? Enter dharana (concentration): reminding us to focus on one thing at a time.… Read the rest
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When there’s something we need to learn, to focus on or to remember, the forces of the universe converge to make it so. While I’ve found that a daily meditation practice is a non-negotiable element for my general sanity, these days I’ve been reminded that no matter how extensive and consistent morning cushion time may be, it’s inadequate to sustain peace of mind throughout the entire day. Things seem to shift out of clear, calm and peaceful more quickly than ever before. As we continue to roll through hard times, the choices and practices that lead us to mind full or mindful are the difference between being part of the solution or part of the problems we see in our lives and in the world.… Read the rest