One of the most important elements of self-compassion is the recognition of our shared humanity. Compassion is, by definition, relational.

We must remember to look up from our screens, not only to avoid getting hit by oncoming traffic but because of the possibilities that looking up offers, and to remind ourselves that we are a part of a much larger matrix of life upon which we all depend.

Life is all about relationships. As paradoxical as it may seem, the more deeply balanced we are within ourselves, the more objective, empathetically attuned we can be with others.

There is actually no part of our being that is a separate or independent entity from everyone we have met and everything we have done or from every part of the world around us.

There is only one side: just us folks, all of us everywhere, trying to live life as best we can, much more alike than different.

We live in a world that requires a strong-branded message to reach large numbers of people, and if the message of mindfulness can transform even one child's life is it worth getting the word out?

Her Resilience is a determination to resurrect her shamed husband, as well as curse and blame her unnamed contender til the end of time.