“I can be with it; I do not have to be in it.” anonymous For those times when it’s unpleasant, perhaps “sit with it” which may allow you a bit of space. Mindfully notice to create a degree or two of separation from the energy…

“Just think of all the things we do to avoid being bored….to avoid being lonely…as they are unpleasant…. There is a great healing power that can take place when we are willing to open to the difficult aspects of our minds and our emotions.” Joseph Goldstein, Working…

“Meditation is like a weird video game: if you want to move forward, you can’t. You have to surrender to whatever’s happening right now, continuously letting it be what it is.” – Dan Harris, via Being Well Podcast, #269  I like Dan Harris and I really…

“The truth is, most people will do anything, literally anything, to avoid the agonizing prospect of simply sitting quiet and alone with oneself.” Rich Roll Podcast, The Art of Transformation  Appreciate Rich’s take on transformation, and in general, I wish we had more of a…