This post is the text of a video essay I've hosted on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CsXtYOWf-e0 Introduction What leads to a nourishing intimate relationship? What makes a relationship work? It’s a…
I generally find Roy Baumeister’s research topics interesting, including his willpower research. This book is written by a journalist and talks about Dr Baumeister in the 3rd person. I think…
I think The Genius Zone is a book that would benefit those looking to enhance their creativity and who are in search for their purpose and calling, but I also think there…
I heard Cope give a short talk on a Sounds True YouTube video and there was something about his clarity and organization of his presentation that I had a strong…
The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks is a book I found valuable for decreasing negative thinking, improving creativity, and feeling more empowered. This a book review / summary of some…
This post is the text of a video essay that I made. For most people, I would recommend watching/listening to the video instead of reading the post: https://youtu.be/yX0xYJmrQvY The River…
This post is narrated in this YouTube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x_WO7D8u8sE Keeping our cold seat In standard meditation practices, a common instruction is to “keep your seat”. People who say they “can’t…
This post is narrated in this YouTube video: https://youtu.be/IE1Jwhhy1iY Taking the plunge I don’t know exactly why I started getting in cold water three years ago. Carl Jung said that…
Books Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life: Life-Changing Tools for Healthy Relationships by Marshall B. Rosenberg A lot of what underlies anger is unmet needs and unacknowledged emotions. Nonviolent communication is…
This being human is a guest house.Every morning a new arrival. A joy, a depression, a meanness,some momentary awareness comesas an unexpected visitor. Welcome and entertain them all!Even if they’re…