Welcome the present moment as if you had invited it. Why? Because it is all we ever have.

We're not trying to be something we aren't; rather, we're reconnecting with who we are.

The root of compassion, is compassion for oneself.

We cannot be present and run our story-line at the same time.

How do we cultivate the conditions for joy to expand? We train in staying present.

If you work with your mind, instead of trying to change everything on the outside, that's how your temper will cool down.

When things are shaky and nothing is working, we might realize that we are on the verge of something. We might realize that this is a very vulnerable and tender place, and that tenderness can go either way. We can shut down and feel resentful or we can touch in on that throbbing quality. (9)