Everything listed under: suspending-judgment

I was taking an unhurried walk in Santa Barbara last week, and as I slowly breathed in, I recognized the captivating scent of night blooming jasmine. And sure enough, just around the corner, I found the plant growing wildly over a fence. read more

I was visiting with my sister last week, and we got to talking about the state of the world. She said, “What we need is a little more TLCC.” I responded, “tender loving care?” And she chuckled at her own spin on the acronym and said, “Not exactly. read more

Resentment prevents countless relationships from developing any kind of bond or good will, or even an allowance for something to be as it is. When you get rid of thoughts of resentment, you can be with what happened, and perhaps even allow what was previously unknown to be revealed. read more

How do you practice living your life and not being at the effect of it? Especially those things you react against almost without thinking, as if they’re limitations on your growth or fulfillment. Can you notice your stress, discomfort, or agitation without judging it? read more