Joy is the Present Moment with Nothing Added

In the late 90’s I took an eight week Mindful Meditation class. Before I could enroll the instructor asked me why I wanted to do it. I said I wanted more joy in my life. His response was “my 80 year old Jewish Zen master defines joy as the present moment with nothing...

It’s Not the Meeting; It’s Me!

At a recent peer discussion group I facilitated, the meeting recorder, Stevana, was a young woman from a temp agency. Throughout the meeting I noticed that she consistently sent out positive energy. Every time I looked at her she either had a small smile on her face...

New Gloves and My Doubt Affliction

I’ve wanted a pair of simple, light weight, cotton gloves for several years. Since I hate to shop, I’ve relied on my family giving me gloves for Christmas. Unfortunately, these thoughtful gifts did not answer my desire. So I finally went shopping last week to buy the ...