Tag: Gratitude

Active Hope and the Benefits of Gratitude
21st Century Crisis

Active Hope and the Benefits of Gratitude

Jessica Davidson4 Comments

Last time we looked at the spiral of transformation and how we can become more resilient during a crisis. It may be surprising, but this process always begins with gratitude. In fact, if the news and miscellaneous madness of the world is getting you down, this is one guaranteed way to cheer yourself up. Gratitude… Continue reading Active Hope and the Benefits of Gratitude

Active Hope and the Spiral of Transformation
21st Century Crisis

Active Hope and the Spiral of Transformation

Jessica Davidson5 Comments

Last time we introduced the idea of Active Hope and the stories that shape our society. The old myths are failing and the new ones are still being shaped, so we find ourselves poised between worlds – lost, confused, and a little freaked out. It’s hard to keep up with the pace of change or… Continue reading Active Hope and the Spiral of Transformation

Buddhist Writing Prompt: Be grateful to everyone
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Buddhist Writing Prompt: Be grateful to everyone

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Be grateful to everyone is about recognising that you’re dependent on everybody else for your existence. That’s not easy to accept, especially in relation to someone or something you don’t like. But mind training is about befriending those parts of yourself and others that you reject. The original lojong slogan is the same as my… Continue reading Buddhist Writing Prompt: Be grateful to everyone