CALM – STRONG – AWARE

sharon | July 15, 2010

Here are three simple words to help you through your day: CALM – STRONG – AWARE The next time your mind wants to be scattered or frantic about something, take a few deep breaths and say these words to yourself.  Notice carefully what happens when you not only say them, but feel the intention of [...]

Just for Now

sharon | July 25, 2009

Just for Now Just for now, just for this moment, allow the body to be at ease.Just for now …..  invite the mind and body to slow down.Just for now…..  feel the breath glide in and out without effort.Just for now …..  quiet the inner critic and judge.Just for now …..  feel the peaceful mind.Just [...]

Creativity in the kitchen

sharon | June 10, 2009

Creativity comes in many forms.  Listening to your heart — the source of our inner passion and creative voice –  can direct attention to many fun ways of giving wholesome expression to creativity.  If an ordinary activity you do begins to feel like a drudge, try putting a creative spin on it.  Try engaging your [...]

To Caryl, with love

sharon | May 19, 2009

One of the many talents my friend Caryl had was the ability to create amazing Ikebana arrangements.  Sadly, Caryl is no longer with us in this dimension of life (1942-2009).  She was a beautiful being, friend and Dharma colleague.  Some of her Ikebana friends created this arrangements as a loving tribute to her.  Caryl, you [...]

Creativity

sharon | April 16, 2009

As human beings, I believe our inner nature yearns to express.  The form that expression takes varies widely depending on our mood, our lifestyle, our health, our connection with our sense of well-being, and if we give it time and space.  Expression may be physical (such as movement or action), emotional (expressing feelings outward), mental [...]