loving kindness

Walk a mile in their Moccasins…

by MJ

Have you ever reflected on this Native American saying? “Great Spirit, grant that I may not criticize my neighbor until I have walked a mile in their moccasins.” The essence of this saying has been spoken and written many different ways. My 98 year old mother and teacher, Stacy had it hanging on her entry [...]

Tagged as: compassion, empathy, great mysteries, loving kindness, mindfulness and meditation, soul stories

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Taking Yourself on Retreat: Meeting People

by MJ

Have you ever decided to smile and wave to people you don’t know? My dear husband Ignatius taught me this act of kindness and I chuckle every time I reflect on his daily practice. One day I was with him and he was waving and smiling away at people walking the road as we passed [...]

Tagged as: creative expressions, great mysteries, healthy living, loving kindness, personal retreat, soul stories, spiritual practices

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Taking Yourself on Retreat: “Walking into Town”

by MJ

Have you ever considered taking a walk and being mindful of each step? OK, you ask, what is that supposed to mean? Simply stated, you pay attention to your feet as they touch the ground. Your inquiry can begin when you roll out of bed and feel your feet making contact with the floor. Or, [...]

Tagged as: body wisdom, loving kindness, mindfulness and meditation, personal retreat, soul stories

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Yoga on the Beach

by MJ

What a beautiful way to begin the day! I’ve been heading off to Bend in the Road Beach, State Beach, Edgartown every weekday morning this summer.  There have been a few cloudy days woven into the mix and even those have amazed me.  The great mystery is not knowing what I will find each morning. [...]

Tagged as: body wisdom, creative expressions, great mysteries, healthy living, loving kindness, mindfulness and meditation, spiritual practices, yoga

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