Now more on how to cope with distressing thoughts. Here is one simple but powerful technique that you might want to give a try. This […]
Coping with Distressing Thoughts – Part 1
In my last post, I talked about how not all daydreaming is good…how our thoughts can drift into negative content, which provides the fuel for […]
Okay…Not All Daydreamin' Is Good
In my last post, I reviewed some research findings on the benefits of daydreaming. While not totally backtracking on that, I did want to qualify […]
Memorable Quotes and Powerful Truths
I love aphorisms – short, memorable quotes that point to powerful truths. For instance, I love the saying, “I’ll cross that bridge when I come […]
These Are Days
There’s a song by the group 10,000 Maniacs, who disbanded in the early 90s, entitled “These Are Days.” It’s a beautiful song, as sung by […]
Windows of Illumination
I had to go take care of a traffic ticket today at a precinct office – not a favorite task, but I try to take […]
Our Worst Misfortunes Never Happen…
I’ve said before that I’m a big fan of pithy maxims, empowering words, etc. I use them all the time myself. Some people think more […]
A Clarification about Suffering: Resignation vs. Acceptance
In my previous post, I discussed the importance of accepting the fact that an inescapable reality of life is that we suffer. I am not […]
On the "Noble Truth" and Suffering
The first of the “Four Noble Truths” of Buddhism is that “Life is Suffering.” I always thought that “life is suffering” sounded so pessimistic. Sure, […]