Tag: Serenity

Slow living is a philosophy and lifestyle that emphasizes living deliberately, comfortably, and with a focus on quality. It encourages individuals to decelerate their pace, reduce stress and anxiety, and fully immerse themselves in present experiences and inner emotions. At the core of slow livin...

In the ponds and tranquil water gardens of Japan, the vibrant and graceful koi fish swim gracefully, captivating the hearts of admirers around the world. These creatures are more than just ornamental fish. They are symbols of beauty, serenity, and perseverance deeply rooted in Japanese culture...

The word ‘serenity’ comes from the Latin “serenus” meaning “clear” or “calm”. It’s a theme found often in philosophical and spiritual traditions to illustrate the importance of inner peace. My dad was a veteran of the Italian campaign of WW2, ...

Abhilash Sharma here, narrating the thrilling trek to Phulara Ridge — just one of many magnificent gems hidden away in the Himalayas. Come with me on this virtual adventure whereby I recount my experience during the first Himalayan trek which occurred in October and saw our first encounter wit...

In early November, my wife and I decided to escape the cold winter weather and spend a few days in Southern Europe. We chose Malta, where the weather forecast promised favorable temperatures. Furthermore, we were able to buy affordable direct airline tickets. It takes around 2 hours to fly fro...

I’m an Armenian, but there might’ve been some predestination involved here… (We don’t spend a lot of time on small talk in 12 Step recovery. I fit in a lot better at recovery meetings than I do at church.) So anyway, I serve full-time as a pastor with the out...

Itall started on a day that seemed like any other in the office. The printer was jammed again, the meeting room was double-booked, and emails were piling up faster than I could read them. As I looked around, I saw the stress in my colleagues’ eyes, heard the frustration in their voices, and fe...

As we rush through our days, regardless of naysayers who believe inner stillness isn’t possible, well, they’re wrong. The Zen tradition offers a refuge for the spirit if you are open to receiving it. Originating in ancient Buddhist wisdom, and preserved for centuries, Zen...