Rumi says, “as you start to walk on the way, the way appears.” It is not troll-free nor has it ever been. Trolls have always been available to distract and sow discord. Theirs is not a world of substance but nothing stuns a troll like silence. If there is no reaction, if no one “bites... Continue Reading →
A Seat in Silence
This week’s #LongerView asks “Who Has the Power?” I think the answer is obvious but I sometimes forget that silence has no equal and that change is its own master. Much to consider this week so sit with me on the swinging bench. There is always room for everyone. It’s magical that way.;-) Aim for... Continue Reading →
Staying the Response
The best way to capture moments is to pay attention. This is how we cultivate mindfulness. Mindfulness means being awake. It means knowing what you are doing. Jon Kabat-Zinn In my Zen life--so far--being in the moment usually means returning from some past or future scenario I am spinning. Focus is on-again, off-again but to... Continue Reading →