“Our ancestors knew that healing comes in cycles and circles. One generation carries the pain so that the next can live and heal. One cannot live without the other, each is the other’s hope, meaning and strength.” ~Gemma B. Benton… The post Overcoming Intergenerational Trauma: We Can Break the Cycle of Abuse appeared first […]

The Dalai Lama is best known for his spiritual teachings on peace, joy, mindfulness and serenity. While these teachings are rooted in spirituality, they are also applicable and beneficial to anyone no matter their faith system or beliefs. There is a common understanding, as a result of studying the western leadership gurus and mentors, that […]

Wherever human beings are, there is bound to be conflict. Regardless of the institution – whether it is a religious organization, fraternity, club, workplace or group of friends – conflict can happen. The good news is that conflict is necessary for growth, development and success. The bad news is that in the moment, conflict rarely […]

The wake-up call often comes when you least expect it. Maybe you’re enjoying a relaxing get-together with your old college buddies when someone turns to you and says, “Wow, I never thought you’d become an investment banker. I always thought you were going to ride around the country by motorcycle and write about the […]

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If the grass looks greener on the other side… Stop staring. Stop comparing. Stop complaining. And START watering the grass you’re standing on! Truly, the most powerful weapon against daily stress is our ability to choose one thought, or response, over another.  I was reminded of this today when a course student named Sarah sent […]

“It’s not about time, it’s about choices. How are you spending your choices?” ~Beverly Adamo Hi, my name’s Tash. I’m twenty-six years old and soon I’ll be living in a van. My sister is twenty-three. She owns her own flat, … The post Why Having Your Sh*t Together Is Overrated (and Misunderstood) […]

Time is the only actual resource that matters. Yet, as with the majority of things that people should take care of, most of us run short on time. No matter if you’re a busy entrepreneur trying to get your business tasks organized, programmist who’s working 9-to-5 and tries to get the most out of after-work […]

If you’ve been reading/listening to AoM long enough, you likely know I describe myself as having a melancholic, Eeyore-like temperament. While I think those who know me would say I’m a generally friendly, good humored and hearted fella who has his stuff together, I also have a tendency to focus on the negative, think in […] The […]

In the past few years, sports recovery has become a big business. Elite athletes and weekend warriors alike are spending lots of time and money on things like cryotherapy, float tanks, foam rolling, and supplements in order to feel better, push themselves harder, and gain an edge over the competition. But does any of this stuff actually […]

“I’m not really a business author; I just happen to have used companies as the method to study human systems because there’s great data.” — Jim Collins My guest for this episode is the incredible (and somewhat reclusive) Jim Collins. This was a rare treat, as Jim rarely does any media or interviews. I’ve wanted […]

Learning a second language is something we can all do and should do at some point in our life. Not only does it exercise our brains, but it also helps us to appreciate the differences in cultures around the world. I am very lucky to be living in South Korea, one of the most vibrant, [...]Read More... […]

Look around you – how many people do you think are actually happy with the way their lives have shaped up? Chances are very few of them. Most of us are filled with regrets and angst. We wish we did things differently. If we could go back in time and change our actions or reactions, [...]Read More... […]

By Leo Babauta Shifting from a convenient but unhealthy diet to one of healthful, delicious joy can be a challenge when you’re living alone — but there’s a whole new level of challenge if you are part of a family. The problem: while you might want to change to a new style of eating, picky […]