I woke up before my alarm, an increasingly common occurrence, but not for the usual reasons- the birds, the early rising sun of late spring or honking cars- I...

Calling someone by their name will help you remember how they made you feel Walking down lower Fifth Avenue in New York City, on my way to The New...

I was snug in bed, settled down for the evening and ready to binge watch my latest Netflix obsession before falling asleep.  My phone tolled the chimes that ring...

It was one of those days when the rain poured down between bouts of glorious sunshine.  It was during a moment of sunny respite that I ventured out to...

On June 21st, my mom and I had the pleasure of seeing the Dalai Lama speak at the University of Utah. This is part 2 of a 2-part letter....

It’s that time of year again – when we all have on our happy faces and kindness hats. This time of year it’s very, very easy to practice kindness,...

The other day, I consciously did something I know is “wrong.”  As I was going through the process of this infraction, I knew I should stop; I wanted to...

We human beings are a social species. Our friend groups are based on common behaviors, beliefs, interests and values. When we are running with our group, we usually feel...

The concept of Karma seems to come in infinite forms and interpretations. Most commonly, though, I’ve encountered Karma (through various readings and conversations) as a baggage one carries life...

Now that the weather is warm and sunny, I decided to do my morning meditation in Washington Square Park in New York City.  The park has a beautiful fountain...