How to be Kind

The ideas of kindness and compassion can be a stark contrast with ideas of individualism and self interest that are such major components of this corner of the world we live in.

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Do You Have an Ego?

Deepak chopra says the ego is our self image, not our true self. It’s built by our judgements, misinterpretations, and the opinions of the world around us.

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Radical Acceptance

Have you ever been so frustrated in a situation that you blow up at someone you care for? Maybe you were rude to someone in a public setting or someone was rude to you? Maybe you lost it on your parents or your children? Maybe this uncertainty we’re experiencing at this time is making you…

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Mindfulness and Martial Arts

Mindfulness with Douvris

Mindfulness is one of the goals of martial arts. It’s an ongoing practice that we learn and improve the longer we’re in the dojo. Martial arts and even kickboxing have been quickly pushed into the category of gym or fitness centre. The physical aspect of the practice, the strength, is often emphasized but anyone who’s…

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