Film & TV

Groundhog Day and the Art of Happiness

19/06/202313/06/2023 Jessica Davidson8 Comments

A perfect example of the Venus archetype on film can be found in Groundhog Day, the 30-year-old romcom staring Bill Murray doing his deadpan charm thing. Like any good film, it explores lots of subjects including love, relationships, desire and values, identity, community, and reincarnation. It’s filled with philosophical insights and has become known as… Continue reading Groundhog Day and the Art of Happiness

Apocalypse

Active Hope and the Benefits of Gratitude

15/01/201820/02/2018 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

Unreasonable Happiness: or How to Be a Dog

22/08/201624/02/2022 Jessica Davidson2 Comments

Last week I talked about how I stumbled into joy and how strange it was to be so happy for no reason. It shouldn’t be strange because joy is my true nature. But as anyone who has suffered with depression will know, that’s not an easy thing to remember. Especially on a bad day. Depression… Continue reading Unreasonable Happiness: or How to Be a Dog

Buddhism

Dalai Lama Quotes to Celebrate 80 Years

06/07/201526/06/2020 Jessica DavidsonImage2 Comments

The Dalai Lama describes himself as a simple Buddhist monk. Today he turns 80 and to celebrate, here’s some great quotes to inspire you on a Monday morning… Happy Birthday Tenzin Gyatso! Image: Dalai Lama (Click images to make them larger if you can’t read them ;) )

Apocalypse

Living in Gratitude

25/08/201426/06/2020 Jessica DavidsonLink2 Comments

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Awakening

Today can be a happy day!

25/08/201426/06/2020 Jessica Davidson1 Comment

After a rough night and too many nightmares to count, I dragged myself downstairs to find the kettle and get some caffeine pulsing through my system, but instead found this – and it changed my outlook in a snap! So I wanted to share it with you… From Happiness is a State of Mind by… Continue reading Today can be a happy day!

Meditation

How to Meditate: Watching the Breath

27/02/201426/06/2020 Jessica Davidson

Watching the breath is simple but powerful and provides a solid foundation for your meditation practice. It keeps you grounded in your body and stops your mind wandering off and driving you crazy. It’s a good idea to start your daily practice with this meditation and then move on to other types once your mind… Continue reading How to Meditate: Watching the Breath