I start every morning with lovingkindness meditation, a Buddhist practice aimed at countering negative thoughts about yourself and others. The first step is to concentrate on your own happiness: “May I be well, may I be happy.” Next, you do the same for a good friend, a neutral person, a difficult person, and, finally, the … Read more
I would like to share one of my favorite book covers. Curating my personal reading library is a fascinating process. Not only is it intellectually invigorating, it’s also aesthetically pleasing. That’s why I’ve decided to feature some of these covers here. By doing so, I aim at two things: sharing book art with you and … Read more
I’d like to share one of my favorite quotes. I find them while surfing the web, reading a book, or doing research for one of my articles. As someone who’s passionate about writing, I like to keep these small reminders front and center because of their capacity to ground me in the present moment and … Read more
I would like to share one of my favorite photos. I spend a lot of time choosing featured images for my articles. In the process, I also find photos related to the life and writings of my favorite authors. That’s why I’ve decided to share these hidden gems on my blog and highlight talented photographers … Read more