4) From my library: Astrophysics for People in a Hurry by Neil deGrasse Tyson. “This may have been written for people in a hurry, but I urge you to take your time. It will all be over far too soon.” ~ BBC’s Sky at Night
5) Back again because so many people were curious:
The Foundation of Mindfulness. I recently went into the desert outside of LA, around Joshua Tree, to attend a 10-day silent retreat. I was there to learn Vipassana Meditation, which is one of India’s oldest meditation techniques and the basis of Mindfulness. It was what the Buddha was doing when he attained enlightenment. So, in principle, if you practice this technique, you too can do the same. Though I promise you, it is no easy task to sit for 10-days. I was okay with being silent. I was okay with meditating from 4:30 am to 9 pm. It was the physical sitting that was the challenging part. However, worth the effort of learning to purify your mind through self-reflection, and understanding the wisdom of detachment, impermanence, in all things. This particular course is taught throughout the world. Cost is completely donation based. Also to know, this is not a religious technique. More here.
6) I love walking. I love it so much that I have walked eight marathons, covering all seven continents. Yes, I walked a marathon in Antarctica. So here are 3 Reasons You Need to Take a 5-minute Minute Walk Now (Like Right Now). One is that it gets you thinking. Find out the other two.
7) What keeps us happy and healthy? Harvard’s longest running study on Happiness, 75-years. It may make you rethink your views on wealth, fame, and high achievement. TED Talk.
8) The Foundation for Happiness. Gratitude practices.
Abundance can be had simply by
receiving what is already been given.
~ Sufi Saying
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