MEANING AND PURPOSE OF LIFE

You probably use them interchangeably –but meaning and purpose are not the same thing. It’s important to make clear distinctions here because otherwise our “what is the meaning of life?” exploration will become convoluted very quickly. Here’s how I distinguish the two: Life meaning is of the mind – it’s a philosophy, idea, or belief we ascribe […]
Try a Sound Bath to Sleep Better

Are you having trouble falling asleep or getting a restful night’s sleep? Maybe it’s because you can’t turn your mind off or perhaps something in your body is out of balance. For so many of us restful sleep is elusive, preventing us from experiencing the deep, restorative rest we need. I, along with my clients, […]
Understanding the Meaning of Sangha in Buddhism

The word “Sangha” is a Sanskrit term that means “community.” The three jewels of Buddhism function as three legs of a tripod. All three – Buddha, Dharma and Sangha – are equally vital supports for those on the Buddhist path. Each has distinguishing characteristics, and yet the three are interdependent. Our awakening depends on us taking […]
How Can a Health Coach Help Me?

Are you looking to make healthy lifestyle changes for a “better me” in 2025? A health coach can help you get – and stay – on track with your wellness goals. As a certified health coach, I take a holistic approach to wellness and explore ALL the things that affect your health, such as relationships, […]
Sacred Union – An Egyptian Pilgrimage

I arrived in Cairo, Egypt on October 28th, and spent four days touring the ancient sites prior to joining a small group pilgrimage put together by one of my sound bath mentors, Shehera Barnes of Anahata Holistic Healing, and Rabie Khaled, founder of Unknown Egypt Travel. What is a pilgrimage? A pilgrimage is a journey, […]
Own What Comes Next

I received my MBA in 1986 from the Kellogg Graduate School of Management at Northwestern University and started my career as a high-yield analyst on October 19, 1989. In fact, there was a photo of me in Time magazine walking to work— the day the stock market crashed! After becoming sober in 2018, I embarked […]
Meditation While Moving

5 Alternatives to Sit Down Meditation Meditation is not limited to formally sitting with your eyes closed. It is about being awake and aware no matter where you are. So, whether you are sitting, lying down, walking, standing, washing the dishes, taking a shower, biking, fishing, swimming, cooking, etc., each moment presents an opportunity to […]
Dreams, Detours and Destiny

Preface: For the past 3 years, my dear friend Benny has asked dozens of people to venture deep into the desert to abolish the concept of time and focus deeply on community. The trip is composed of hikes through nature, music, dance and stories. This year he asked a handful of us to give a […]
Breathwork Healing

I first heard about David Elliott’s breathwork from my niece Katie, who practices Marma, an ancient ayurvedic healing modality. Ayurveda is a traditional Indian alternative medicine system that has a long, rich history of use. Under Ayurvedic medicine, it’s believed that the five elements of the world have a huge impact on a person’s health. […]
Recovery Is My Superpower

On August 13–15, I attended the Multiple Pathways Recovery Conference in New Haven, Connecticut. Affectionately known as ‘MPRC’, this conference is a gathering of the nation’s leading recovery leaders to share and educate one another about the many different pathways, methods, practices, rituals, programs, and belief systems recoveries can use to enhance their recovery journey […]