Last week I wrote a post about how practicing mindfulness can reduce stress. This week, USA TODAY writer Marilyn Elias wrote about mindfulness being used in hospitals and schools, stating, “Once thought of as an esoteric, mystical pursuit, meditation is going mainstream.” You can read her article here.

Everywhere we look, it seems society encourages the pursuit of fame, wealth and beauty as the ultimate satisfaction in life. Win Survivor, The Apprentice or American Idol and be famous. Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? Everyone! Are you America’s Next Top Model? One category checked off promises happiness. Obtain them all and achieve nirvana. [...]

This is a wonderful reminder of how our personal gifts and talents are amplified when joined with others. The whole is truly greater than the sum of its parts. Who can you call today to invite into a wonderful collaboration? Take some time, turn up your speakers, and enjoy. Playing For Change | Song Around [...]

Today Michael Port’s new book, The Think Big Manifesto, is available to all revolutionaries. It has been a difficult economic year in our country. The stock market drop has wiped out many retirement funds. Layoffs are on the rise. News is permeated with ‘doom and gloom’ reports. I’ve been hearing a lot of fear and [...]