Madi

If you think you are too small to make a difference, try sleeping in a closed room with a mosquito - African Proverb Living in Nicaragua, I encounter a lot of creepy crawlers - This month alone in my house, I found two tarantulas and three scorpions, but the worst of it was the ant infestations. One night, I was lying in my bed, and I felt what I thought were flies on me, and I thought, "Oh great, my dog has fleas." Then, after more swiping and tossing, I realized my whole bed was covered in...

A senior monk and a junior monk were travelling together. At one point, they came to a river with a strong current. As they prepared to cross, they noticed a very young and beautiful woman struggling to make her way to the other side. She asked if they could help her cross. The two monks glanced at one another. They had taken vows not to touch a woman. Without a word, the older monk picked her up, carried her across the river, gently set her down on the other side, and continued on his...

Explore how constant screen time and rapid eye movements affect the nervous system, and how somatic practices can help restore balance on the polyvagal ladder. Learn simple ways to create more peace, resilience, and true rest in daily life.