Tag: Culture
Unveiling the Hidden Strengths of Introverts (with Laurie Helgoe)
A Flâneur is an individual who enjoys leisurely strolling, lounging, sauntering, or loafing around town. Laurie Helgoe suggests that introverts may naturally reflect this approach.…
What is a Gentle Rebel?
Art That Makes You Think (with Ben Cowan)
I sit down with artist Ben Cowan who kindly invited me into his kitchen for a chat about “Art That Makes You Think”. Through his…
Social Justice For The Sensitive Soul (With Dorcas Cheng-Tozen)
Dorcas Cheng-Tozen joins me to discuss her book, Social Justice for the Sensitive Soul. Why are highly sensitive people drawn towards it, and how can…
A Phrasebook To Help Us Enjoy Our Shared Language
Shared language is a crucial element of human connection. It enables us to define abstract ideas, express concepts, and convey our thoughts, beliefs, aspirations, and…
Naming Your Inner Critic
We all carry an inner critic with us. At its core, this voice tries to keep us “safe”, often by compelling us to pull back…
Using Rituals To Slow Down In a Fast World
What are the characteristics of a ritual? How is it different from a habit or behaviour? During this year’s Tranquility Theme Kota, we spent time…
No Self, No Problem (in Conversation with Chris Niebauer)
I spoke with Dr Chris Niebauer, author of No Self, No Problem: How Neuropsychology is Catching Up To Buddhism. We chatted about differences between the…
When is it Safe To Share Your Creative Voice?
Have you ever shared something you created? Whoa, it’s scary. I guess that’s what makes art so beautiful. It’s risky. Creativity carries an inherent sense…