Everything we want is right here in the present moment

Western civilization places so much emphasis on the idea of hope that we sacrifice the present moment. Hope is for the future. It cannot help us discover joy, peace, or enlightenment in the present moment. Continue reading

Don’t just do something, sit there!

Often we tell ourselves, “Don’t just sit there, do something!” But when we practice awareness, we discover something unusual. Continue reading

Change takes place, but not according to plan or as the result of intentional intervention

Problems and obstacles offer a chance for reflection that otherwise would be precluded by the swift routine of life. Continue reading