We create an illusion that the material exchanges between people are the only things that define a true relationship – the gifts and cards and compliments. But our preferences and desires aren’t really all that we are, and they aren’t all a relationship is, either.
True Relationships and Dropping the Ego Read More »
We learn things over time. And once we start to appreciate the wisdom of those who came before, we can make more informed decisions today.
Nobody Life Is about Being Open to Learning – A Lesson from Confucius Read More »
Civility starts with our ears — listening more. Responding more. Reacting less. July 18 was World Listening Day, and although it’s a day set aside to appreciate the relationship between people and the natural world “as mediated through sound,” it got me thinking about everyday interactions between people. It really is okay to listen to
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When we can hear our praise or our blame and feel the same (no shift in our inner state), then we have achieved…well…
Praise and Blame…The Same: Buddha, Dhammapada VI:81, and Solid Rock Read More »