“Be where your feet are.” That is one of the quotes on the wall near my desk. I find it to be a good reminder to focus on the present moment. That doesn’t mean you can’t plan or think about the future. It’s the realization that the “future” only exists in your mind and whatever energy you are bringing to the present is probably what your “future” will feel like. If you’re rushing now, it’s likely your “future” will feel rushed. If you are in the flow state now, it’s likely

This photo I took is a beautiful physical reminder that stillness brings clarity. Here we see still water with a near perfect reflection of the trees and sky. And when you have internal stillness, external clarity comes naturally.

What you think is the beginning: You become aware you aren’t fully participating in your life. You start to wonder why that is. You’re curious: You peer down into your life more closely and feel fear about what might be there. You’re inspired: But you also fear what you might be missing out on. You decide to jump into your life. You’re courageous: You dive in head first. The reframe: this is the real beginning. You realize you can feel fear and do things anyway, face what yo

As I wore my new sneakers for the first time this week, I realized they could be helpful in a way I never considered before: increased awareness of myself in the moment. New sneakers can help in the obvious ways: more comfortable movement, better support, improved performance and a pep in your step just from wearing something new. Another potential benefit of new sneakers is that they make you aware of every step you are taking. Your footsteps sound different. Your feet feel