I've been struggling lately with feeling absolutely overwhelmed. Seems I go through this every few months. I think I can do much more than I really can. I overload myself with projects, chores, even dreams and goals. Too much. More than any one person could reasonably accomplish. And then I berate myself for not being able to follow through. Or ( Read more... )

"Do not lose yourself in the past. Do not lose yourself in the future. Do not get caught in your anger, worries or fears. Come back to the present moment, and touch life deeply". - Thich Nhat Hanh, from The Heart of the Buddha's Teaching

I'm trying very hard today to be present in the moment. While mowing the yard this morning, I constantly had to ( Read more... )