Author Archives: ahalifedesign
My Autobiography
… … Recently I signed up for Stanford’s online “A Crash Course on Creativity.” For our first assignment, we were asked to “Design the Cover of Your Autobiography: Include an image, the title, subtitle, and write a 200 word (or less) biography.” I really … Continue reading
Finding Your Way Back To You
… … Hi Everyone, For my positive psychology certificate program final project, I need to teach a workshop before presenting it at the intensive at Kripalu in April. The name of my workshop is “The Voice in Your Heart: Finding … Continue reading
Why I Meditate
… … Why do I meditate? Meditation is about connecting, connecting to self and the world. When I meditate on my cushion, I become aware. I focus my attention on my breathing or whatever I chose. I focus and become … Continue reading
Happy New Year
Pursuant to ritual, I begin every new year by listening to these two inspirational talks by Steve Jobs and Brené Brown. I can’t think of any better words to live by. Wishing you all a most remarkable 2013. May … Continue reading
Death
Death is not extinguishing the light; it is only putting out the lamp because the dawn has come. (Rabindranath Tagore)
Robert Cross Hawley, Sr.
My Father: Robert C. Hawley, Sr. August 7, 1920 – October 7, 2011 He’s back in the saddle again.
Write from the Heart
The past week I’ve been asking myself, “What should I write about?” The first time I asked this question, I heard a soft voice whispering: “Write from the heart.” The response didn’t make sense to me. It … Continue reading
Rediscovering Ourselves
We are born knowing exactly who we are. Over the years we abandon or neglect much of what we know about ourselves. Fortunately, it’s never too late to rediscover who we are.
Golden Retriever Wisdom
September is here. Growing up, this was always my favorite time of year. It meant going back to school, being with friends, and learning something new. As I walked my golden retrievers today, I felt nostalgic. I missed … Continue reading