As I came back to work after a month off, I noticed myself feeling overwhelmed by the mountain of work in front of me.
I felt a ton of resistance, and stress about how much work had to be done.
A perfect practice ground for me!
In this article, I’m going to share how I’ve been practicing with the overwhelm with some delight.
There are two practices that have helped me:
One breath at a time.
Finding delight in the task.
Let’s talk about each one.
One Breath at a Time
When there’s a pile of undone things, it can feel overwhelming — how in the world can we tackle all of that? It can be stressful and shut us down to actually doing the work.
The way that I practice with this is simple.
First, I make a list of things I need to do. Possibly a long list. Making a simple list like this…
As I came back to work after a month off, I noticed myself feeling overwhelmed by the mountain of work in front of me.
I felt a ton of resistance, and stress about how much work had to be done.
A perfect practice ground for me!
In this article, I’m going to share how I’ve been practicing with the overwhelm with some delight.
There are two practices that have helped me:
One breath at a time.
Finding delight in the task.
Let’s talk about each one.
One Breath at a Time
When there’s a pile of undone things, it can feel overwhelming — how in the world can we tackle all of that? It can be stressful and shut us down to actually doing the work.
The way that I practice with this is simple.
First, I make a list of things I need to do. Possibly a long list. Making a simple list like this…
Like the obsessively observant HAL, today’s tech is always learning your behavior. You mention a concept or product in an e-mail – and are surprised to see that ‘offer’ (displayed or pushed) in your next interaction. Snoopy software tools like the A-word are persistent with the ‘insights’ gained from perusing your text. I see you have asked about such and so – would you like me to order it? Snooping on your actions is fundamental for…
Like the obsessively observant HAL, today’s tech is always learning your behavior. You mention a concept or product in an e-mail – and are surprised to see that ‘offer’ (displayed or pushed) in your next interaction. Snoopy software tools like the A-word are persistent with the ‘insights’ gained from perusing your text. I see you have asked about such and so – would you like me to order it? Snooping on your actions is fundamental for…
What’s a more comforting, warming, hearty meal than a beef stew? Nothing, obviously. But if you’re looking to give it that extra bit of flavor and pizzazz, it can help to know the best red wine for making your beef stew.
The best red wine for cooking beef stew
These wines can make your beef stew tender, rich, and flavorsome:
Pinot noir. Grab a bottle of this if you’re looking for a fruitier flavor, but you want to keep it fairly light.
Merlot. Also quite fruity and sweet, but a little stronger in flavor than a pinot noir.
Cabernet sauvignon. Don’t want it sweet and fruity at all? Then this is your guy!
Most things in life are better with wine, and a hearty beef stew is no exception. Yes, it gives your food a ri…
What’s a more comforting, warming, hearty meal than a beef stew? Nothing, obviously. But if you’re looking to give it that extra bit of flavor and pizzazz, it can help to know the best red wine for making your beef stew.
The best red wine for cooking beef stew
These wines can make your beef stew tender, rich, and flavorsome:
Pinot noir. Grab a bottle of this if you’re looking for a fruitier flavor, but you want to keep it fairly light.
Merlot. Also quite fruity and sweet, but a little stronger in flavor than a pinot noir.
Cabernet sauvignon. Don’t want it sweet and fruity at all? Then this is your guy!
Most things in life are better with wine, and a hearty beef stew is no exception. Yes, it gives your food a ri…
“Let us prepare our minds as if we’d come to the very end of life. Let us postpone nothing. Let us balance life’s books each day. The one who puts the finishing touches on their life each day is never short of time.” ~Seneca
Many of us say we want a simpler life, but we don’t make any changes because that would require us to make hard choices that go against the flow. We say we want to be less busy and enjoy more of our days, but it feels easier to do what everyone else is doing, even if it’s actually harder.
The path of least resistance is a well-paved six-lane highway that barrels forward in one direction. The constant hum of traffic tricks you into thinking it’s the best way to get where you want to go. If you’re interested in a simpler lif…
“Let us prepare our minds as if we’d come to the very end of life. Let us postpone nothing. Let us balance life’s books each day. The one who puts the finishing touches on their life each day is never short of time.” ~Seneca
Many of us say we want a simpler life, but we don’t make any changes because that would require us to make hard choices that go against the flow. We say we want to be less busy and enjoy more of our days, but it feels easier to do what everyone else is doing, even if it’s actually harder.
The path of least resistance is a well-paved six-lane highway that barrels forward in one direction. The constant hum of traffic tricks you into thinking it’s the best way to get where you want to go. If you’re interested in a simpler lif…
The flexibility of skin, and other elastic tissue such as blood vessel walls, depends upon the structural arrangement of elastin in the extracellular matrix. Elastin is largely laid down during the developmental period of life, and not much repaired thereafter. Disruption of this structure is progressive over time, and is a major contribution to the changing physical properties and appearance of aging skin. The effects on blood vessels and other internal tissues are more important: loss of elasticity in blood vessels cascades to cause a great deal of downstream damage and dysfunction via its effects on blood pressure, on development of athe…
The flexibility of skin, and other elastic tissue such as blood vessel walls, depends upon the structural arrangement of elastin in the extracellular matrix. Elastin is largely laid down during the developmental period of life, and not much repaired thereafter. Disruption of this structure is progressive over time, and is a major contribution to the changing physical properties and appearance of aging skin. The effects on blood vessels and other internal tissues are more important: loss of elasticity in blood vessels cascades to cause a great deal of downstream damage and dysfunction via its effects on blood pressure, on development of athe…
This article originally appeared on May 13, 2021, on our sister site, Lonely Planet. Some info may have been updated to be more current.
With many countries ramping up the administration of COVID-19 vaccines, travel is cautiously resuming in some destinations. But how are airlines and governments keeping track of travelers who have gotten the jab? What about digital health passports, proof of vaccines or negative tests, and digital travel pass apps? Here’s what you need to know.
This article originally appeared on May 13, 2021, on our sister site, Lonely Planet. Some info may have been updated to be more current.
With many countries ramping up the administration of COVID-19 vaccines, travel is cautiously resuming in some destinations. But how are airlines and governments keeping track of travelers who have gotten the jab? What about digital health passports, proof of vaccines or negative tests, and digital travel pass apps? Here’s what you need to know.
If you’ve never had flan, you’re in for a treat! This easy, vegan version may be dairy- and egg-free, but it doesn’t skimp on flavor or texture. A dreamy, salted caramel sauce beautifully coats a coconut milk custard. The result? A cheesecake-like coconut custard covered in rich, salty caramel sauce. Swoon! Talk about a dreamy dessert. Plus, just 7 ingredients required. Let us show you how it’s done!
If you’ve never had flan, you’re in for a treat! This easy, vegan version may be dairy- and egg-free, but it doesn’t skimp on flavor or texture. A dreamy, salted caramel sauce beautifully coats a coconut milk custard. The result? A cheesecake-like coconut custard covered in rich, salty caramel sauce. Swoon! Talk about a dreamy dessert. Plus, just 7 ingredients required. Let us show you how it’s done!
You grab your phone, hoping it’s a message from THAT SPECIAL SOMEONE.
It is, OMGOMG. Be cool. Your heart’s racing, the butterflies in your stomach are whipping up a tsunami. You respond “Hi *heart eyes emoji*” and immediately wonder if that was a little too much, too soon.
You know the typical progression of romantic relationships: First there’s a spark. Next comes a connection. Then you start thinking about the long term and even the L-word. But is it real, or is it just in your head? Are you moving too fast?
These are legitimate questions about some complicated and legitimate feelings. We’ll help you get a handle on your thoughts and decide how to proceed on your love trip.
You grab your phone, hoping it’s a message from THAT SPECIAL SOMEONE.
It is, OMGOMG. Be cool. Your heart’s racing, the butterflies in your stomach are whipping up a tsunami. You respond “Hi *heart eyes emoji*” and immediately wonder if that was a little too much, too soon.
You know the typical progression of romantic relationships: First there’s a spark. Next comes a connection. Then you start thinking about the long term and even the L-word. But is it real, or is it just in your head? Are you moving too fast?
These are legitimate questions about some complicated and legitimate feelings. We’ll help you get a handle on your thoughts and decide how to proceed on your love trip.
Like the obsessively observant HAL, today’s tech is always learning your behavior. You mention a concept or product in an e-mail – and are surprised to see that ‘offer’ (displayed or pushed) in your next interaction. Snoopy software tools like the A-word are persistent with the ‘insights’ gained from perusing your text. I see you have asked about such and so – 
