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Life as a Spiritual Adventure

May 27, 2026

"Synchronicity is not a spectator sport. It is an invitation to be in collaboration with the Universe. Synchronicity allows you to enter and collaborate in the miracle."  The first time I heard Dr. Lisa Miller share this insight, I immediately paused, wrote it down, and sent it to my friends. It was a moment of satori on an ordinary weekday morning—synchronicity as a portal to the divine.  Inspired by her invitation, I began keeping track of the synchronicities I experienced each day. By the ...

Flourishing as a Practice

March 24, 2026

I often remind myself of Jon Kabat-Zinn's insight: "When we understand that life is the curriculum, life itself becomes the meditation."  Still, until recently, I only understood half the sentiment. Initially, I internalized it in a responsive manner. When life presented an opportunity to practice mindfulness, especially a challenge, I would respond in kind.  It wasn't until reading Dr.Richard J. Davidson and Dr.Cortland Dahl's new book, Born to Flourish, that the quote finally landed. Jon's...

How to Prime Your Brain For Joy—with Dr.Wendy Suzuki

August 12, 2025

Take a moment to recall one of your most joyful memories.  Now, close your eyes and relive it. Where were you? Who were you with? How did you feel?  Focus on your senses. What did you see and hear? Smell and taste?  Spend a few minutes reliving this memory.  How did this mini-meditation make you feel?  This is a practice called Joy Conditioning, created by Dr.Wendy Suzuki. Since learning it, I've started my morning meditation by reliving my beautiful moments from the day prior. This simple ri...