By Charles A. Francis “I’m not afraid of storms, for I’m learning how to sail my ship.” ~ Louisa May Alcott For most people, speaking in public is one of the most frightening things in the world. I’ll never forget a speech I gave some 25 years ago. At the Read more…
By Charles A. Francis “Grief is the price we pay for love.” ~ Queen Elizabeth II This past year I lost my life partner. Mary was a beautiful soul. She was loving, compassionate, and had a way of bringing out the best in people. She was the love of my Read more…
“Conscious parenting is not about being perfect, it’s about being aware. Aware of what your kids need from you to reach more of their full potential.” ~ Alex Urbina Mood swings, heightened vulnerability, a pressing need for social recognition, enormous stress at school, total control from adults—are just a few Read more…
Migraines are a common problem for many. They aren’t only painful, but can cause many other health concerns, including increasing your risk for strokes and heart attacks. Thankfully, there are plenty of ways to treat them. One of these is with the use of mindfulness meditation. Below you’ll discover more Read more…
By Study Medicine Europe In 2020, the negative impact of stress can be felt in all areas of our lives. There is a profound and challenging struggle in understanding what is driving our stress, what its real impacts are, and ways we can manage our stress for our well-being. Having Read more…
By Charles A. Francis “No one outside ourselves can rule us inwardly. When we know this, we become free.” ~ Buddha Many of us have painful memories that we would rather forget—a difficult childhood, painful relationship, or traumatic event. We usually find ways to avoid thinking about them, so we Read more…
By Charles A. Francis “There are only two mistakes one can make along the road to truth; not going all the way, and not starting.” ~ Buddha Have you ever wondered if there was a way you could speed up your spiritual growth? Well, there is: it’s the mindfulness meditation Read more…
“…people never are alone now. We make them hate solitude; and we arrange their lives so that it’s almost impossible for them ever to have it.” ~ Brave New World, Aldous Huxley In this day and age, it’s becoming harder and harder to be alone, especially alone with our own Read more…
By Charles A. Francis “Life is available only in the present moment.” ~ Thich Nhat Hanh I’ve had people tell me that they’re not interested in becoming a guru: they just want to learn how to be happy. While this sentiment may sound humble, and noble, it is not practical. Read more…
By Charles A. Francis “Give the ones you love wings to fly, roots to come back, and reasons to stay.” ~ Dalai Lama Do you have trouble understanding relationships? If so, then you’re not alone. Relationships can be one of the most difficult challenges of the human existence. Whether they Read more…
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