“Happiness is determined more by one’s state of mind than by external events.” The Dalai Lama The concept of happiness is a lot like carrying a backpack. We all have something weighing on our shoulders, but our ability to be happy all boils down to how we choose to perceive it. For three months IContinue reading “Happiness is Equilibrium. Shift Your Weight.”
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Back with Babaji
Wherever you are and whatever environment you are in, make yourself apart of it. Sadhguru What a miracle it is to be back writing as initiate into Babaji’s Kriya Yoga. This kriya is known amongst gurus, yogis, and masters everywhere as one of the most ancient and practical yogic techniques. Kriya, meaning action with awareness,Continue reading “Back with Babaji”
Jungle Interlude
January 6, 2022 What better way to move out of the monkey mind than to experience life as one? Tomorrow I will be leaving to live in the jungle for the remainder of the month where I will be taking Babajii’s Kriya Yoga Initiation with a community of locals and devotees. This science of KriyaContinue reading “Jungle Interlude”
A Tribute to Jhampa (Love)
Heaven and Jampha, which means love, have had a divine encounter today. The story of how I met Jhampa is very special to me. Several months or so ago, I had spent a sunny Saturday morning visiting the vintage market in Normal Heights, San Diego. I had just recently moved there and it was myContinue reading “A Tribute to Jhampa (Love)”
Just Beet It
January 4, 2022 I’m a bit beet up today my friends. It’s been five days since landing in Costa Rica and four of them I’ve been fighting off a cold. I use the word fighting because it so perfectly portrays the trials the world is facing in regards to health and well being. The twentyContinue reading “Just Beet It”
Every Day is a Date with The Unknown
January 3, 2022 I’m curious – Are there fountains where people throw pennies in gratitude for what they already have instead of wishes for what they think they lack? Are there pools of holy water where you can skinny dip? Can the piano be my partner? If I put on a pair of groovy pants,Continue reading “Every Day is a Date with The Unknown”
A Lesson in Self Love
January 2, 2022 Life is the classroom. Self love is the lesson. You are your wisest teacher. I know that the title of this sound cliche, but this type of Self love i’m referring to is much different than what you may have heard before. I’m not talking about the self love that consists ofContinue reading “A Lesson in Self Love”
Miracles in Action (M.I.A.)
January 1, 2022 Today is a miracle. Collectively, we are feeling a sense of relief, ease, and wonder that comes with this new year. It has not been easy being presented with unprecedented challenges. We have had to face our fears in the face, wrestle with the shadows of our trauma, suffer from loss ofContinue reading “Miracles in Action (M.I.A.)”