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 Every action has a consequence. Intended or not - everything you do has a result, and a lot of your reactions and responses are habits. But even knowing that doesn’t necessarily help us change! Of course this is also true in the mind. The more we can sit with the mind, the more we can make a change. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

n meditation, we talk about being in the present moment, because a lot of our struggles come from repetitive thought patterns. But that does not mean we can never allow ourselves to be with a memory. The difference is how we engage with it. Today, let yourself follow the memories, and notice what comes up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How often have you waited for the ‘right moment’ to make a change or start something new? It can be tempting to wait until the situation is just right, but here’s a spoiler: that will never happen. Life is a journey and every new experience is a journey, not a destination. This weekend, try something you’ve been putting off and see how it feels. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The small things in life can be the big things, too. That goes for the things that bring us joy, nourish us, or delight us. But it can also apply for the things that annoy us, inconvenience us, or cause us pain. The next time you feel like the little things are getting the better of you, take time to pause and see if you can be fully present for every little moment.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Life’s lessons can come from everywhere, not just our teachers. Our teachers even need a little help getting inspired sometimes. Today, Eve shares a story that helped her out recently. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In meditation, there’s a quality called “beginner’s mind,” which means dropping your expectations and preconceived ideas about something and approaching it with an open mind — a beginner’s mind. By keeping our minds open, we may be surprised and delighted by what’s in front of us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we’re covering a very interesting question: Should you have compassion for those who take advantage of that kindness? It’s a very natural reaction to respond in kind when someone treats us poorly, but it’s unlikely to resolve a tense situation. Today, practice setting firm, but kind boundaries with anyone who may be rude to you — and remember, there is often more going on behind the scenes than you may realize.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There is so much wellness advice out there, it can be hard to tell what’s a trend and what’s real. If a particular trend doesn’t work for you, we may assume there’s something wrong with us rather than the trend! Today, pay attention to what your body and mind are telling you. You already know what to do. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How much time do you spend alone? Solitude is required for most of life’s endeavors. We must practice, explore, train, write — whatever you’re pursuing — we must do the work alone. Today, find 5-10 minutes to just sit and breathe (maybe in meditation 😉), and see what comes up.You can get a copy of Haruki Murakami's book, What I Talk About When I Talk About Running wherever books are sold. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ouch! Criticism and rejection can really sting. But what if instead of getting hung up on how these messages are often delivered, we look into what’s actually being said. Perhaps there is some truth to the feedback you’re getting, and exploring that could be a key opportunity to grow.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices