Author: mktdaf
Writings: Putting the ‘happy’ in the new year
These are days of miracle & wonder – this has been a year of change & transformation & transition & letting go for so many people around me. I treasure that we have shared so much as we’ve walked together – and as everyone says “Happy New Year” tonight, I hope you know that the…
Writings: The Story of a River, with Thich Nhat Hanh
Born on the top of a mountain, the little spring dances her way down. The stream of water sings as she travels. She wants to go fast. She is unable to go slowly. Running, rushing, is the only way, maybe even flying. She wants to arrive. Arrive where? Arrive at the ocean. She has heard…
Doing Business: Does your company really want to hang out with me?
Does your company really want to hang out with me? by Derek Sivers Imagine you have a crush on a girl at the bank. Every time you talk, it’s only business. But one day she says, “Here’s my cellphone number. Call anytime.” Wow! She likes you! You call her and ask her out. She says…
Writings: Thay & freedom
Freedom is not given to us by anyone; we have to cultivate it ourselves. It is a daily practice… No one can prevent you from being aware of each step you take or each breath in and breath out. Thich Nhat Hanh