The Wrong Question It happened in a beige conference room with fluorescent lights humming above and a fresh pot of coffee and pastries on the side table. I was seated at the long end of the table during our quarterly labor union meeting. I nodded along while the executive director discussed quarterly status of labor […]
Category: Mindfulness
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Purpose as a Social Construct: Breaking Free from the Herd
Embrace Your Unwritten Story We’ve all heard the call to find our “purpose” in life. But what if I told you that the pressure to discover purpose isn’t some divine force—it’s a societal construct? From childhood, we’re told that purpose means work. That it must involve serving others, making an impact, or contributing in measurable […]
Unlock the Gift of Ancient Wisdom for Work-Life Harmony
Bridging the Past with the Present In today’s speed-fest world, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. The constant pull between work, family, and self-care can create an exhausting cycle of stress. But what if the answers to finding balance have already been passed down for centuries? Ancient wisdom, particularly from Buddhism, offers a timeless approach to […]
How Mindfulness is Your Powerful Ally for Mental Wellness
We live in a world that stress our mental wellness by constantly demanding more of us. Deadlines, expectations, and never-ending to-do lists pull us in every direction. It leaves us feeling disconnected from ourselves. The weight of it all builds up until, one day, it feels impossible to breathe. I’ve been there. The suffocating pressure […]
The Spiritual Decay of Easter: Profits Sacked Sacred Symbols
Easter isn’t about bunnies and pastel eggs; instead, it’s a stark reminder of its spiritual decay. It’s time to wake up and realize how far we’ve fallen. Just a few years ago, a simple search for Easter imagery would have shown you a balance between the sacred and the commercial. Today? It’s all bunnies and […]
A Journey to Reclaim Time with Calm and Clarity
The Clock That Ran Away I’ll never forget the day my clock ran away from me. It wasn’t a literal clock, of course. No little hands sprouting legs and dashing out the door. But it felt that real. I was juggling deadlines, brainstorming ways to empower my Positive Pulse Life tribe. Trying to stay true […]
How to Quiet Fearful Thoughts in a Shaken World
Calming the Storm Within Think about this… You sink into your couch after a day at work. Work deadlines looming in the coming days. Family needs pulling. The news blaring about inflation, government shake-ups, and a world spinning trying to get control. Just as the day’s noise fades, your mind revs up. It’s like a […]
Make Freedom of Self-Expression an Extra Strong Focus
When was the last time you felt truly free to be yourself? Not just in fleeting moments, but deeply and unapologetically? For me, self-expression is an open sky. It’s wide, limitless, and full of possibilities. Yet, sometimes, clouds of doubt and fear rolled in. It casts shadows over my ability to express who I truly […]
Make Yourself An Ally and Conquer Hidden Fears
Facing Your Fears Everyone has fears. It’s part of being human. Fear often feels like an ever-present shadow. It’s the fear of failing, being judged, or the unknown. An online search can find you the latest self-help book, a calming diet, or someone who claims they can help you conquer your fears. Yes, it sounds […]
Affordable Ways to Prioritize Your Health
Holistic Wellness on a Budget In a chaotic world, our busy lives can make us neglect our health. Many of us think that investing in wellness means costly gym memberships. How about spa days and fancy health foods? But what if we told you that holistic wellness doesn’t have to break the bank? In fact, […]