Tag: peace
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How to Achieve Contentment Without Accumulating More
“Possessing all you want does not mean you have everything.” This is something I regularly ask my private consulting clients to consider. I share this because, to some degree, we are all conditioned to believe that once we acquire the right titles, relationships, achievements, or comforts, life will finally feel complete. Yet anyone who has…
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Finding Peace Within: Beyond the Mountaintop
Personal peace is often presented as something “out there” waiting for us on a mountaintop retreat, at a luxury spa, or somewhere far from the clutter of our daily lives. The world seems to tell us that tranquility must be pursued, purchased, or accessed through travel, rituals, or perfect environments. But true Zen (real inner…
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Lessons from Mid90s: Embracing Life’s Challenges
Life has a way of bruising us all, no matter how picture-perfect our upbringings were or were not. A few years ago, I took five teenage boys to see the movie Mid90s directed by Jonah Hill. It’s exceptional. While some might think it’s a coming-of-age movie or just a flick for skateboarders, it is a…
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Discovering Desiderata: History and Myth
🏴☠️ Ahoy, Podcast Listeners! 🎧 Ever heard the timeless words of Desiderata? You might also be curious about the stories behind its mysterious authorship! In this mini podcast, I’m diving into the fascinating history of this beloved piece—and yes, I’ll be dressed as a pirate! 🏴☠️✨ Why? Because there’s a tale of copyright pirating woven…