On Being

GENEROSITY: the forgotten secret to a thriving life

Thoughts on the modern world, inspiration from poets and philosophers, and journaling prompts to identify your own circles of generosity.

Jan 5 •

GENEROSITY: the uplifting art of giving

Gratitude practices allow us to appreciate ourselves in a receiving mode, a similar warm glow awaits when we cultivate our giving mode, and maybe this…

Dec 27, 2024 •

COMPANION NOTES: hunger and the pursuit of happiness

Reflections on philosophers, happy hormones and hungry ghosts. Plus thoughts on simple pleasures, being more like sky, and some journaling prompts for…

May 31, 2024 •

HUNGER: need, desire and contentment

Listening into the neurophysiology of when and why we eat and how it might inform both emotional and spiritual homeostasis.

May 21, 2024 •

COMPANION NOTES: sleep, yoganidrā and on being a cultural orphan

Also why sleep stories work for me and playlists don't, an introduction to HYPNOS and PASITHEA, plus journaling prompts to take care of your sleep…

Apr 25, 2024 •

SLEEP: the keeper of mystery

At least once in every 24 hours, we voluntarily and temporarily lose consciousness into a state of sleep. It's so normal we forget how remarkable this…

Apr 17, 2024 •

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