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Lately I’ve been reflecting on the idea of waking up—not just physically, but spiritually. Many faith traditions use this metaphor. In Buddhism, awakening (or bodhi) is the very heart of the path—seeing reality more clearly and living with compassion. In Islam, the call to prayer itself is a daily invitation …
I’ve been reflecting on something Mel Robbins calls the “Let Them Theory.” At its heart, it’s about taking back the power we often give away when we try to control the choices, actions, or responses of others. Instead of letting their behavior dictate our peace, we “let them” walk their path—and at …
This week I heard some really cool thoughts on a podcast I was listening to. They were centered around being “on the edge of inside,” which at face value can be taken as a scary place to be – like you are on your way out (of the church, or …
I recently came across some writings from Henri Nouwen, a Dutch Catholic priest and writer, that deeply resonated with me. He teaches that true discipleship is about creating space for God to work in our lives. In fact, the very word discipline comes from this idea—ordering our lives in such …
As a dad, your responsibilities are numerous and demanding. From providing for your family financially to being emotionally present and supportive, the role of a father can be both fulfilling and overwhelming. To help you lead a life of excellence, success, and joy, it’s essential to focus on your well-being. …
In this post, we delve into the topic of mindfulness and stillness, and how these practices can greatly benefit our overall well-being. We discuss the four pillars of well-being – physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health – and how mindfulness and stillness can positively impact each of these areas.
Allow me to introduce or reintroduce you to the art of shinrin-yoku, a Japanese term that translates to “forest bathing.” It’s a simple concept of taking time out in nature, immersing oneself in its beauty by going for slow and mindful walks in forests, parks, or any quiet space. The …
Weekly planning is a habit I have started into this year and have found it to be immensely beneficial. Many life coaches, productivity gurus, and others tout the power behind a solid plan — especially regularly planning your days and weeks. In this post, I’ll walk you through my typical …
Crouching Lion is an interesting hike. I did a couple of hours of research on this and still couldn’t find all the details about it. Some sites talked about this trail taking 4–5 hours to complete, but I finally realized that they were not talking about Crouching Lion itself, but …
The Nakoa Trail is a 4.5 mile loop located in Ahupuaʻa ʻO Kahana State Park, on the east side of Oahu, immediately off of the highway by Kahana Bay campground. When my wife and I visited Oahu for her birthday in 2023, this was the highlight of our trip. The …