Questioning our perceptions and listening deeply without prejudice or judgment is a very strong practice.
Tag: Kindness
Stillness is the Foundation of Understanding
Sometimes we have the impression that someone intentionally wants to make us suffer. Believing this, we can get very angry.
The Beginnings of My Black History
Without much thought that I can remember, I ran back over by Mark and said, "My mom said it's ok for us to play together." He looked up, nodded and then threw a huge tone in the creek that went "kerplunk" quite loudly.
I Hate You
Part 17 of the "How to Fight" Encouragement Series. Check out my ENCOURAGEMENT PAGE to see the other posts in this series. What could we really mean if we think or say we hate someone? https://youtu.be/Phx6YPex6jw
Are You Sure?
One of the deepest things we can learn is we should not be too sure of our own ideas. Don’t be fooled by your perceptions. Even if you are sure you are seeing clearly, check again. Keep an open mind. Be ready to let go of your views.
Peace in Oneself
We can only listen to another person and understand their suffering if we have first looked deeply, embraced and been kind to our own fear and anger.
A Tree in the Storm
When we're caught in a store of emotions, we can practice to be like the trunk and become still, not carried away by our thinking and emotions.
Gentle Communication
Gentleness is powerful. When we use gentle and loving speech, we are able to transform all the anger, fear, resentment and suspicion in our communication.
Breathe Before Speaking
It is important to breathe before speaking in an emotional or tense situation.
A Lesson Learned and Now Shared
This morning, I was at the gym listening to one of my favorite morning political shows and something surprising jumped in my head as I listened to the political hay going back and forth. Lake Winnepesaukee in Meredith, NH - The location of my first role as superintendent I am a bit of a politics … Continue reading A Lesson Learned and Now Shared
