Why Relationships and Service to Others Matter More Than Money

“Whatever possession we gain by our sword cannot be sure or lasting, but the love gained by kindness and moderation is certain and durable.” ~Alexander the Great I remember when I was younger,…

Jon Batiste — The Quest for Originality, How to Get Unstuck, His Favorite Mantras, and Strategies for Living a Creative Life (#775)

Jon Batiste (@jonbatiste) is a five-time Grammy Award-winning and Academy Award-winning singer, songwriter, and composer. His…

101 Good Morning Thursday Blessings, Wishes and Greetings for a Positive Day

It’s Thursday. A bit of a tough one, as you’ve worked for a few days now…

How Gratitude and Mindfulness Gave Me My Life Back

“Train your mind and heart to see the good in everything. There is always something to be…

There’s Not Enough Time – zen habits zen habits

By Leo Babauta Sometimes we decide not to do something because it feels like there’s not…

No Booze, No Masturbating (NOBNOM) November Challenge

Both of these things are very distracting. (Photo: Shawn Perez) I did this publicly once before in…

101 Inspirational Winter Quotes for an Uplifting and Less Stressful Season

Winter is here. A messy and magic mix of frosty mornings, long dark evenings and cold…

How I’ve Found Relief from Panic Attacks

“Don’t assume I’m weak because I have panic attacks. You’ll never know the amount of strength…

5 Stoic & Zen Practices That I Believe In

By Leo Babauta I believe in finding powerful practices for transformation wherever we can find them.…

Derren Brown — A Master Mentalist on Magic, Mind Reading, Ambition, Stoicism, Religion, and More (#776)

“Gather yourself afresh.”— Derren Brown Derren Brown (@derrenbrown) is a psychological illusionist who can predict, suggest, and…