By Jonathan Kaplan, Ph.D.Dear readers,It's almost complete. Really, I mean it. It's a matter of a day or two. It might even happen within hours. We're excited to be making the move, and we hope that you like the new design.
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December 5, 2009
New Website Launching
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November 26, 2009
Thanksgiving: 5 Tips for Gratitude
By Jonathan Kaplan, Ph.D.It's that time of year again. Thanksgiving is associated with so many things, including time with family, holiday sales, football, and eating to the point of exhaustion. What about actually giving thanks? Is there room this weekend for such sentiments?Research by Robert Emmons and his colleagues at UC Davis have repeatedly shown the benefits of expressing appreciation
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November 21, 2009
Mindfulness Quote of the Day
By Jonathan Kaplan, Ph.D."There is guidance for each of us,and by lowly listeningwe shall hear the right word."Ralph Waldo EmersonWhen you're confused, worried, stressed, and upset, you can't figure out what to do. Only by settling into yourself--with awareness--can you tap into your intuitive wisdom.
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November 4, 2009
Election Day Mindfulness for the Non-Voter
By Jonathan Kaplan, Ph.D.Today is Election Day in NYC and all over the U.S. Voting can bring up many values and judgments, which often preclude our participation in the democratic process. Thoughts such as "My vote doesn't matter" or "We already know who's gonna win" or "I don't know who's running" or "I don't have time today" arise. While some (or even all!) of these thoughts might be true, n
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October 31, 2009
The Mindfulness Event of the Year
By Jonathan Kaplan, Ph.D.Oh, present moment! Why do you forsake me? The time is not now, but rather tomorrow or yesterday. I must wait anxiously for the momentous event to come, or regret the passing of what promised to be the most special time of my life this year. The advertisement promises redemption, catharsis, and entertainment--the likes of which I have not experienced before. Yet, I a
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October 28, 2009
Meditate NYC: November 8th
By Jonathan Kaplan, Ph.D.This year's "Meditate NYC" event will be held on November 8, 3 - 7 pm, at the Judson Memorial Church. Sponsored by the New York Buddhist Council, it includes speakers from various meditation centers throughout the city. You can learn more about the event and program (and view photos) by checking the event's website: Meditate NYCI am teaching a workshop on couple therap
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October 15, 2009
A Quick, Down & Dirty, “I Missed the Train!” Meditation
By Jonathan Kaplan, Ph.D.You hear it first. Your train is coming into the station. All you need to do is run! RUN! Run through the station! Run down the stairs! Now you can see it. It's right there and...No! No! The doors are closing. Wait! Oh, no! It's leaving, and you're heaving after a breathless run to try to get on board. Now what?You want to scream, curse, or even hit the train
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September 2, 2009
Poem: The Waking
Submitted by Jonathan Kaplan, Ph.D.I like this poem because it reflects a mindful appreciation of our common experiences, like walking, smiling, and simply doing what we have to do. How does it resonate with you?The Waking by Theodore RoethkeI wake to sleep, and take my waking slow.I feel my fate in what I cannot fear.I learn by going where I have to go.We think by feeling. What is there to kno
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August 26, 2009
Not Again!: Mindfulness of Heat and Humidity
By Jonathan Kaplan, Ph.D.It's August in NYC, and it's hot and humid. We're sweaty, sticky, and uncomfortable, which provides a wonderful opportunity for complaining. For some reason, we almost compulsively need to let other people know just how dissatisfied we are. Indeed, I think it constitutes a bonding experience for many people. At such times--whenever we feel distressed in some way--we h
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August 5, 2009
Museum Mindfulness
By Jonathan Kaplan, Ph.D.Today, in the New York Times, Michael Kimmelman wrote an article on his experience of visiting the Louvre. He noted that most people do not linger over the art, but rather breeze through the museum or content themselves to take photographs. Click here for the article: Many Stop to Snap...Indeed, it seems that many of us take little time to savor our experiences, whethe
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