Back to basics: why I still meditate
The honest case for meditation, from someone who has never enjoyed it. I’ll start with a confession: I have never really enjoyed meditating, and I often ask myself, ‘Why meditate?’ I have never sat down on a cushion and thought, oh, this is wonderful. My mind has never enjoyed it. My ego has never enjoyed […]
The Dignity of Being Tired
Why stopping isn’t giving up. It might be the kindest thing you do today. When I was Mayor of Truro, there were days when I had absolutely nothing left. Not the kind of tired where you need an early night. The kind where you feel hollow. Where your brain can’t take in one more piece […]
What Rises: What spring teaches us?
There is a camellia bush on the way down the hill that I had thought had given up completely. There is a camellia bush on the way down the hill that I thought had given up completely. All through winter it just sat there. Brown leaves. No colour. Nothing happening at all. I looked at […]
Zen Mindfulness: Navigating the Choppy Waters of the Mind
The Mind’s Merry-Go-Round: More Than Just a Carnival Ride You know that feeling when your thoughts are spinning faster than a caffeinated hamster on a wheel? Yeah, me too. It’s like being stuck on a mental merry-go-round, desperately trying to grab the brass ring of peace and quiet. But what if I told you that […]
New Words for 2025: Finding Stillness in the Infoglut
Ever feel like you’re drowning in a sea of notifications, emails, and endless scrolling? Like the world is a roaring firehose of information, and you’re just trying to take a sip without getting swept away? Yeah, me too. It’s hard to find stillness in a world that’s constantly buzzing, beeping, and demanding our attention. We […]
Unlocking Body Wisdom: What Doctors Sometimes Miss
When Your Body Speaks a Different Language: Understanding Body Wisdom Since becoming paralyzed at age 18, I’ve spent countless hours with doctors, consultants, and specialists whenever something goes wrong. Whether it’s a fever, UTI, or any illness that triggers spasms, headaches, or even a life-threatening Autonomic Dysreflexia attack, my body rarely gives me straightforward answers […]
Sleepy Lost Pillow Story with Forest Friends: A Perfect Kids Sleep Meditation
A simple yet wonderful magical story to help any child under the age of 8 to fall asleep and stay asleep.
The Perfect Kids Sleep Story and Child Sleep Meditation: They’ll Love the Lost Pillow Story
Ensuring a good night’s sleep is essential for a child’s development and overall well-being. Quality sleep helps children grow, enhances their cognitive abilities, and boosts their immune systems. Establishing a calming bedtime routine can significantly improve sleep quality, and “Sleepy Lost Pillow Story with Forest Friends” is the perfect addition to any child’s nightly ritual. […]
How to Find Inner Peace and Happiness in Difficult Times
Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player… As you navigate the realms of meditation, mindfulness, and compassion[2], you’ll discover that inner peace and happiness reside in the simplicity of the present moment. The simple act of trying to find inner peace can feel like a minefield at times. Accepting the unchangeability of now and […]
Lost Trying to Find your Purpose? Maybe You’re Looking in the Wrong Places
Remember in school when they’d tell you to stare out that window and watch the butterflies? I spent more time in detention than I care to admit for just that. Now, as a middle-aged dude with a busted neck and a podcast, guess what I do? I sit and stare. I watch the world go […]