Posts tagged joy

I’m terrible at gratitude. How bad am I? I’m so bad at gratitude that most days, I don’t notice the sunlight on the leaves of the Berkeley oaks as I …

Popular wisdom demands that if you want to lose some weight or get into shape, then you pick up some cardio. But the benefits of exercise go beyond those that …

Whether you’re trying to get healthier through a revamped diet or a strict workout plan (or a combination of both) you’re probably doing it to get your physical body in …

Negative thinking can ruin your life. It’s not a joke; this is one of the major obstacles towards happiness. Even when you’re on your way to achieving something great, the …

If you’re an animal lover then having a pet is a great addition to your life. I’m a self-confessed dog lover. I love everything about them. I love their endless …

If you haven’t already been familiar with the term and the philosophy behind it, the first thing to learn is that Ayurveda is one of the oldest medical practices. Originating …

I know what you’re thinking. There’s no way bad news can make anyone’s day better! Just like there’s no way adding olives to your black coffee will make it better. …

Ayurveda, India’s ancient modality of health and healing, is becoming increasingly popular because of its tried and tested health-awakening potential. The terms ayu (life) and veda (knowledge) come together to create “knowledge of life.” …

Happiness is something that can feel as though it’s out of your reach. People view happiness as something that happens to other people, but in fact it’s something that you …

As larger numbers of the population begin to question traditional healthcare, a return to nature seems to provide the most beneficial way of regaining a healthier and happier life. There …

When I was a young monk, I wondered why the Buddha kept practising mindfulness and meditation even after he had already become a Buddha. Now I find the answer is …

During a recent speaking engagement, I asked the audience to offer some adjectives that described the world around them. I must admit, I was a bit taken back by the …