Have you ever been in the presence of a maestro? I mean someone so in tune with his art that what takes years of practice appears almost effortless. Perhaps you have heard how energy-draining and time-consuming mastery can be. From the outside, it can seem almost like a masochistic venture. No pain, no gain. YetContinue reading “The Maestro’s Gold”
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You’re Making More Progress Than You Think
There is a particular kind of frustration that comes when you are trying to grow, but you cannot seem to see the growth. You study and study, yet the goal still feels far away. You work hard, but the results are taking their time. You make an effort to change, but some days you findContinue reading “You’re Making More Progress Than You Think”
The Youth and Depression
I once had an enlightening conversation with a dear friend that drew my attention to how prevalent depression has become among young people. Having experienced schizophrenia in the past, he was certainly not new to conversations about mental and emotional health. Our conversation reminded me of something we often forget: emotional health, just like physicalContinue reading “The Youth and Depression”
The Wound and the Light
There is a line often attributed to Rumi that has followed countless people through seasons of grief: “The wound is the place where the Light enters you.” Whether or not these words appeared exactly as they are often quoted today, they beautifully capture the spirit of Rumi’s writings. The 13th-century Persian mystic did not denyContinue reading “The Wound and the Light”
The Four Relationships That Shape Your Life
Every life is built on relationships. When we hear that word, our minds often drift to family, friends or romance. Yet beneath all of these are a few deeper relationships that subtly shape the quality of every day we live. When these are healthy, life begins to feel more grounded. When they are neglected, evenContinue reading “The Four Relationships That Shape Your Life”
