My friend, Wendi Napier, has a gentle, intuitive nature and a great talent for creating safe and welcoming spaces. She happens to be an interior designer and Feng Shui practitioner …
Life is a Dance
Monday evening, I asked for an oracle card that would guide our readers today… and I had to smile when I pulled the “Dance” card from Cheryl Richardson’s “Self-Care Cards”. …
It’s True, I Love AI (Within Reason)
It’s true. I love AI.Not in a “Skynet take the wheel” kind of way,But in a “Wow, this is a seriously cool tool that makes me think differently” kind of …
The Reverse Retirement: A Bold Rethink on Life, Work, and Legacy
What if we’ve been chasing the wrong dream? You know the one I’m talking about: work 40+ years, retire at 65, and then start living. Then travel. Then take up …
Beyond Reacting
Have you ever reacted to criticism, or being told something you didn’t want to hear, or ‘bad news,’ etc. in a way that you instantly regretted? I know I have… …
Lord Neil Thrussell of Blairadam
Well, as of December 9th, 2024, it’s official! I am now Lord Neil Thrussell of Blairadam. Yes, you read that correctly—after years of teasing my nephews and nieces that the …
The Warrior and the Feather
A Koan by L. Neil Thrussell A student approached the master of the Shin Dao and asked, “Master, how can I become a true warrior while keeping my heart open?” …
Retirement – Myth or Reality?
Retirement. It’s the golden dream, isn’t it? Finally, after decades of hustle and grind, you get to kick back, relax, and enjoy the sweet fruits of your labour. In theory, …
The $5 Bill
By Tina Thrussell I have to confess, I’ve got a lot on the go right now. As I sat down to publish “Heart and Mind Matters”, I didn’t feel like …
Thinking with the Heart
From Tina Thrussell: It’s so delightful to be re-reading these articles about the first four Shin Dao Pillars that were introduced to us a decade ago. This is the third …