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 […]
Silencing the Inner Critic: Overcoming Surprise Anxiety Attacks in Your Prime
Have you ever had one of those days that start off just like any other, but suddenly, out of nowhere, you find yourself in the clutches of an invisible force so paralyzing that it sends shockwaves through your very essence? This is the tale of how I, a seasoned meditation and mindfulness teacher, encountered my […]