by Leo Baubata In all of my many challenges and habit changes and book writing and learning, I’ve found one thing to be the most powerfully beneficial to all growth, learning and training. I call it the Rule of the Edge. Here’s the rule: practice at your edge most of the time. And this rule is what … Continue reading The Rule of the Edge
Going Slow in the Age of Fast
We just take for granted that everything is happening fast now. Everyone talks about faster, more efficient, better ways of doing things like it’s supposed to be the most important thing in the world. I should know. My work has to do with making companies more efficient. Premium is placed on the efficient, the effective, … Continue reading Going Slow in the Age of Fast
Dealing with the Immense Uncertainty of the World
The world is in a state of fear and uncertainty right now, and it’s stressful and overwhelming for most of us. This kind of fear, stress, uncertain and overwhelm can have some really strong effects on our lives: Constant fear and stress can cause anxiety problems, worsening sleep and health, depression and anxietyIn a place … Continue reading Dealing with the Immense Uncertainty of the World
The Lost Art of True Rest
OK, calling this a “lost art” is a bit of hyperbole, because there are some people who actually rest these days. But I don’t believe most people do it anymore. I could rail about the age of distraction, and social media and devices. Yada yada, you’ve heard it from me and many others. But whatever … Continue reading The Lost Art of True Rest
How to Find Your Life Purpose: An Unconventional Approach
Let’s say you’re feeling unmotivated, unsure of yourself, aimless, can’t find your passion, directionless, not clear on what your purpose in life is. You’re in good company — most people are in the same boat. Now, they're about a million things online telling you how to find your passion in life, and that’s a good … Continue reading How to Find Your Life Purpose: An Unconventional Approach
Tips on Practical Spirituality (Part 2)
Here's Part 1: Tips on Practical Spirituality I Spirituality is having the belief that there is a power greater than oneself; that there are things outside one's control. It is living life in a deeper, more profound way, having a deep sense of life's 'truths'. For some, religion plays a deep role in their spirituality. … Continue reading Tips on Practical Spirituality (Part 2)
Parenting in the Time of a Pandemic
Last night, as I was putting the girls to sleep, Isabela asked me a question. “Mommy, when will the virus end?” Such a loaded question coming from a 4-year old. Some parents may feel obliged to protect their kids from trauma and thus withhold the truth from them. But my personal stand with my kids … Continue reading Parenting in the Time of a Pandemic
Tips on Practical Spirituality (Part 1)
Spirituality is having the belief that there is a power greater than oneself; that there are things outside one's control. It is living life in a deeper, more profound way, having a deep sense of life's 'truths'. Spirituality has been defined consistently by scientists as the search for or connection with “the sacred”. The Sacred … Continue reading Tips on Practical Spirituality (Part 1)