I recently completed the audiobook version of Dr. Amy Cuddy’s Presence: Bringing Your Boldest Self to Your Biggest Challenges, which was read by the author. […]
The School Year Wrap-Up
Before the school year becomes a distant, faded memory, it can be helpful to sit down with your son or daughter to do a positive […]
Combating Test Anxiety Part II
As I discussed in my last blog, the experience of test anxiety is unfortunately quite common. Although some anxiety before a test is normal and […]
Mindfulness Book Recs – East Meets West
Mindfulness is an approach to living that involves an open, active attention to the present moment in a non-judgemental fashion. In this way, we can observe our […]
THE Answers to God, the Universe, and Everything
Please read my story at the end of this blog that ties into Chopra and Mlodinow’s new book War of the Worldviews: Science vs. Spirituality […]
“The Roots of Buddhist Psychology” by Jack Kornfield (Audiobook Recommendation)
I recently completed that audiobook The Roots of Buddhist Psychology by Dr. Jack Kornfield, who is a Buddhist psychologist. Dr. Kornfield is highly regarded author […]
“Mindsight” by Dr. Daniel Siegel (Book Recommendation)
I recently completed the audiobook version of Mindsight by Dr. Dan Siegel. He provided the reading and, fortunately, possesses a wonderfully soothing and engaging speaking […]
“Living Without Stress or Fear” by Thich Nhat Hanh- Audiobook Recommendation
I recently enjoyed listening to the audiobook Living Without Stress or Fear by renowned Buddhist monk, teacher, author, and peace activist, Thich Nhat Hanh. I’ve […]
“Ram Dass, Fierce Grace” – Documentary Film Recommendation
Ram Dass, who is formerly known as Dr. Richard Alpert, is a spiritual teacher out of a Hindu tradition. (And yes, Richard Alpert from the […]
Everyday Blessings: The Inner Work of Mindful Parenting by Jon Kabat-Zinn and Myla Kabat-Zinn (book recommendation)
In this book, Jon Kabat-Zinn, one of the key figures in bringing mindfulness to the western world, and his wife Myla, tackle the task of […]