mindfulness

  • Emotional Energy Management

    One of the most interesting things I have discovered recently is that emotions are contagious through a phenomenon known as emotional contagion. According to Wikipedia, emotional contagion is a form of social contagion that involves the spontaneous spread of emotions and related behaviors. This emotional convergence can occur from one person to another or within…

  • The Importance of Breathwork

    In my exploration of holistic well-being, I’ve come to recognize the profound impact of breathwork—an aspect often overshadowed by discussions on mental tools, physical health, and gut health. Reflecting on my own journey, I realized how early teachings about breathing techniques, coupled with societal pressures to conceal exhaustion, inadvertently led to increased anxiety and mental…

  • Maintenance of the Good

    I believe in the world that we currently live in, there seems to be this constant need for growth and innovation. While growth and innovation are good as they are usually positive changes to society, there is very little focus on maintaining that which is already good in our world. The very good that creates…

  • Breaking Negative Patterns

    I had an eventful and interesting day yesterday. One of the most intriguing aspects of it was that while the majority of the day went well, a part of it ended quite badly. Without delving into details, the issue wasn’t necessarily what happened, but rather how I reacted to the situation afterward. During the problem,…

  • The Art of Giving and Receiving: Nurturing Gratitude and Understanding

    Receiving is often seen as a passive act, something that happens to us without much effort on our part. However, the art of receiving goes beyond simply accepting what is given to us; it involves a deep sense of gratitude and understanding. In a world that often celebrates the act of giving, we must also…

  • On Deciding the Non-Negotiables of Life

    “Every action you take is a vote for the type of person you wish to become. No single instance will transform your beliefs, but as the votes build up, so does the evidence of your new identity. This is one reason why meaningful change does not require radical change. Small habits can make a meaningful…

  • Mental Verbalization – A Mental Practice

    Recently, I’ve been practicing a technique that I call Mental Verbalization. It’s quite a simple technique, but one that I think can be powerful in shaping my knowledge and how I think. I didn’t realize how useful it was until later when I began to try it out just out of curiosity, and it worked…

  • Learning to be Happy with What You Have

    Are you happy with what you have? I am. This isn’t to say that we shouldn’t have goals or dreams but to learn to enjoy the journey along the way of achieving your goals and dreams. For me, I always felt like I was in a rush to achieve these things but I think there…

  • Empty Your Mind by Taking Action: The Power of Proactive Communication

    In a world inundated with endless thoughts, ideas, and distractions, finding clarity can feel like trying to navigate through a dense fog. Yet, amidst this chaos, there lies a simple yet profound truth: emptying your mind often begins with taking action. Communication, in its various forms, serves as a powerful vehicle for action. Whether it’s…

  • Decisions, Decisions

    “In the end, we are our choices. Build yourself a great story.” -Jeff Bezos What are the keys to making a good decision? I’ve recently looked back at the past decisions of my life and why my life became the way it did up to this point. In my reflection, I’ve learned that for the…