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Remembering the Appalachian Trail

Posted on June 5, 2020 by Michael Kane

Remembering the Appalachian Trail If you face the rest of your life with the spirit you show on the trail, it will have no choice but to yield the same kind of memories and dreams. ― Adrienne Hall, A Journey … Continue reading →

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We Hear You, We See You, We Love You

Posted on June 4, 2020 by Michael Kane

We Hear You, We See You, We Love You Vision is the art of seeing what is invisible to others ~ Jonathan Swift The image above was taken in the courtyard of the Temple of Grace this year at Burning … Continue reading →

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Remember, We All Want to be Happy

Posted on June 3, 2020 by Michael Kane

Remember, We All Want to be Happy Peace cannot be kept by force, it can only be achieved by understanding.       ~ Albert Einstein I don’t normally do politically oriented posts on this blog and this will likely be a one … Continue reading →

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How can we have happiness now?

Posted on June 1, 2020 by Michael Kane

How can we have happiness now? Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that. ~ Martin Luther King, Jr. I’m going to take a left turn tonight, I’ve … Continue reading →

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TED Talks on Happiness

Posted on May 31, 2020 by Michael Kane

 TED Talks on Happiness For a few moments, be aware of your potential for change. Whatever your present situation is, evolution and transformation are always possible. At the least, you can change your way of seeing things and then, gradually, … Continue reading →

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Three Questions and some thoughts from Anza-Borrego State Park

Posted on May 30, 2020 by Michael Kane

Three Questions and some thoughts from Anza-Borrego State Park What is the purpose of the giant sequoia tree? The purpose of the giant sequoia tree is to provide shade for the tiny titmouse. ~ Edward Abbey As many of you … Continue reading →

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Tips for Better Life/Work Balance

Posted on May 29, 2020 by Michael Kane

Tips for Better Life/Work Balance You actually don’t have to do it all ~ Danielle LaPorte So last weekend I had the opportunity to do one of the keynote talks at the California Business Educators Association conference in Anaheim.  The … Continue reading →

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A Slower Pace of Life can Make You Happy

Posted on May 28, 2020 by Michael Kane

A Slower Pace of Life can Make You Happy Slow down and enjoy life.  It’s not only the scenery you miss by going to fast –  you also miss the sense of where you are going and why. ~ Eddie … Continue reading →

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Happiness, Attitude and Simple Pleasures

Posted on May 22, 2020 by Michael Kane

Happiness, Attitude and Simple Pleasures My advice to you is not to inquire why or whither, but just enjoy your ice cream while it’s on your plate.  ~Thornton Wilder It has been a hectic time for me lately and I’ve … Continue reading →

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Happiness is Accepting Impermanence

Posted on May 21, 2020 by Michael Kane

Happiness is Accepting Impermanence Impermanence is a principle of harmony. When we don’t struggle against it, we are in harmony with reality. – Pema Chodron I was sitting in my office the other day reflecting on changes that I have … Continue reading →

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