Presence as a daily practice

As I read James Clear book, Atomic Habits, I am reminded of the many times I’ve made small, incremental changes to my life patterns that eventually resulted in daily habits that lasted years and changed my life forever. What I’ve found is that for me the life of a daily habit usually lasts around five to seven years.  And that at each phase, over time, I began to recognize a new identity for myself.

Folded Snow

Photograph by Carla Kimball

While I haven’t been posting for a while, it doesn’t mean I haven’t been photographing. I’m working on several new photography projects that aren’t yet ready for posting, and then occasionally I come up with an image that’s perfect for this blog. Here’s my latest. Question of the day…How can you simplify your life?

Engaging the Whole Person in Conversation

(This story first appeared in the Pegasus Communications Systems Thinker newsletter in 2011. I’m reposting it now that it’s been updated to reflect my current offerings.) Facilitating introductions in a group I’ve been facilitating group experiences for more than 30 years. One of the first things I learned was the importance of creating a sense More…