By Joan Borysenko — 2013
Letting your heart’s voice be heard. A small step toward the stillness of Being.
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Have you ever thought about your own thoughts or questioned your mental processes? Do you sometimes take time to clarify your values in a moment of doubt or uncertainty? If you answered “yes,” you are no stranger to self-reflection and introspection.
Research has shown that reflection boosts productivity. Yet few leaders make time for it. Why? For one, they often don’t know where to start. You can become more reflective by practicing a few simple steps.
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Don’t worry if you’re not exactly sure where to start. Journaling is actually perfect for those times when you can’t pin down what you’re feeling.
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Lama Tsultrim Allione teaches you an innovative technique to turn your inner demons into friends.
Necessity being the mother of invention, it struck me that contemplation didn’t depend on a particular practice.
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A powerful practice of self-inquiry created by Byron Katie, The Work consists of four questions that can help you examine and dissolve the stress associated with your thoughts. She explains how in this interview.
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