Why the Stoics are wonderful psychotherapists

The Stoics teach us how to let go and focus on what we can.

The Role of Awareness in True Intelligence

Most of us think that, to be intelligent is to have a vast body of knowledge. Or perhaps the capacity … More

Why a simple “I Understand” can resolve conflicts

We must all learn to say, “I understand” even if we do not agree.

What deep sleep can teach us about happiness

Deep sleep, flow and meditation.

Suffering is the gap between imagination and reality

We suffer because we are creative.

Don’t use meditation to escape suffering

Meditation is not an escape from suffering, but a movement towards it.

The Lost Art of Friendships: Rediscovering Deep Connections

Aristotle on the lost art of freindships.

How to Manage Suffering from Unmet Desires

Nearly all of us have parts of our lives that haven’t quite gone according to plan. These desires can generally … More

Releasing our emotions safely

Emotions often trouble us the most. Although we attribute our pain to external causes, the true source is the impact … More

Death is a process, not an event

The acceptance of our mortality has a transformative impact on our lives.