For many years I conducted Naikan Retreats, in which a person spends a week reflecting on his or her...
A Scroll was Found Between Two Hearts by Romie Georgia My mother was 96 years old when she died...
Finally
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The following letter was inspired by Gregg Krech’s reflections during a two-week Naikan Retreat in Japan. During the retreat...
Thanking Mom
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This essay was written by one of our members, Peter Smith, after he completed our Naikan self-reflection program. Last...
Decision Fatigue
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My grandmother was a very busy, focused and productive woman. The three delicious meals she prepared every day for...
The Gains and Losses of Getting Older
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Several of my friends have found themselves in the role of caregivers for husbands who are struggling with memory...
Itadaki Masu* by John J. Brugaletta I have received water, flowing and pooled, salt and fresh, cold and hot;...
Celebrate Your Foolishness
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April 1st is known for being April Fool’s Day. People play jokes on one another and it can be...
