I found out there is a big difference between the two. — The terms “easily triggered” and “sensitive” are not synonyms, but different states of being. And from what I can tell, there is a common misunderstanding about this. Throughout my life, I’ve fit neatly into either category at different times and discovered that people who are easily triggered are labeled as…

Then it’s time to tap into your inner nurturer. — A positive attitude is a great thing to have until it’s being used to shield yourself from the negative. This is bad because it causes you to ignore half of the truth in everything you see. I did this, and I paid a price for it. By not acknowledging the…

A mindful way to view thoughts of the past. — Reflecting and ruminating appear similar on the surface but underneath lie entirely different mechanisms for experiencing your past. One helps you see clearly and progress forward in meaningful ways. The other is a trap that slowly saps the life out of you. To ruminate is to give away control to your thoughts My main mode of transportation into a memory…

I was reminded how absent-minded I can be. — I was in Cēsis, Latvia to see a concert a few weeks ago. Beforehand, my wife and I were exploring the main park that’s near the venue, which has walkways snaking throughout the area. …

Using mindfulness to break away from the gravity of overthinking. — Rumination invites you on a path that leads you away from the present moment and into your mind. This is the quickest way to feel stressed, tired, unfocused, and in a bad mood. That’s because overthinking weakens the power of your presence. When you’re in a heightened state of awareness…

Getting your emotions unstuck and flowing again. — In each of us flows a river of emotions. Depending on how you treat yourself, your inner river is gliding along healthily or is completely frozen over. Now it may seem like being cold as ice is a good thing when facing something that makes you emotional, but in this…

Save your vitality by patching the leak with mindfulness. — I’m supposed to write a piece about energy-draining habits, but I’m having a hard time getting started because I am too busy scrolling on my phone. Oh, the irony… it stings. But it’s true. Sometimes, I’m careless with my energy and waste it on things like my phone. …

A little introspection can have a massive impact. — People love to feel sorry for themselves. I know I do. I’ve spent a decent sized chunk of my life so attached to my victimhood story that I became it. For a long time, all I saw were reasons to feel bad about myself, and life was quick to support…

Finding peace through unconditional acceptance. — Being at peace with the world around you starts with being able to sit with yourself in a state of unconditional acceptance. On the surface, it’s a pretty straightforward practice. Find a comfortable seat, close your eyes, and do nothing. …