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Happiness & following your arrow to yourself

Posted on July 7, 2013 by Michael Kane

It is better to conquer yourself than to win a thousand battles. Then the victory is yours. It cannot be taken from you, not by angels or by demons, heaven or hell. ~ Buddha   There is a new singer … Continue reading →

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Happiness Resources – Feb 7, 2013

Posted on February 8, 2013 by Michael Kane

Happiness Resources – Feb 7, 2013 So tonight a tour around the web to find some ways to help us all have a happier day ~ Rev Kane From Zenhabits Doing less Savoring Life 28 tips for a brilliant life … Continue reading →

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Happiness and Coming Home

Posted on May 30, 2012 by Michael Kane

I’m writing this as I sit in Dublin Airport, a wonderful couple of weeks spent in Ireland.  I spent time in Galway, cycling the western coast and Connemara and a couple of days at a world heritage site, the Giants … Continue reading →

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The Dalai Lama – How to start your day

Posted on June 22, 2011 by Michael Kane

See if paying attention to the nature of the mind early in the morning makes your mind more alert throughout the day. Your thoughts certainly will be more tranquil. The conceptual mind that runs on thinking of good things, bad … Continue reading →

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Reflection and Meditation

Posted on February 3, 2011 by Michael Kane

Reflection and Meditation The more intense the nature of a man, the more readily will he find meditation, and the more successfully will he practice it. ~ James Allen It’s been a turbulent week for me and a lot of the … Continue reading →

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Really fascinating article on Meditation

Posted on February 1, 2011 by Michael Kane

For a long time studies have shown the benefits of meditation, now scientists have actually been able to detect changes in the brains of people who regularly meditate, a really fascinating read: http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2011/01/28/how-meditation-may-change-the-brain/?src=me&ref=homepage

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The Dude on True Grit, Meditation & Buddhism

Posted on January 6, 2011 by Michael Kane

The Dude on True Grit, Meditation & Buddhism Most cynics are really crushed romantics: they’ve been hurt, they’re sensitive, and their cynicism is a shell that’s protecting this tiny, dear part in them that’s still alive. ~ Jeff Bridges The … Continue reading →

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Happiness, Science and Meditation

Posted on October 27, 2010 by Michael Kane

The link I’m providing you today is an old article from Wired magazine in regards to some of the scientific work that was being done with the Dalai Lama and other Buddhist monks not just on the effects of meditation, but how meditation can increase your happiness, enjoy.

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The Dalai Lama on Happiness

Posted on October 12, 2010 by Michael Kane

Therefore, it is important to discover what will bring about the greatest degree of happiness. Continue reading →

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A Daily Meditation from Deng Ming-Dao

Posted on September 25, 2010 by Michael Kane

As I’ve mentioned in a previous post I read from a book each day, Deng Ming-Dao’s 365 Tao: Daily Meditations. I have always liked today’s entry so I thought I would share, as I’ve mentioned each day starts with a poem and then thoughts on the poem. Continue reading →

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