Thanksgiving. It’s a wonderful time to go inward and to contemplate about the forces and causes of happiness.
Perhaps look deeper through your own religious practices and values, whoever you believe in, and draw on its intended wisdom. Wisdom that brings you closer to peace, joy and a sense of connectedness. Of course, it is not […]
“If you see the Buddha, kill him.”
While this statement at the first encounter can evoke a sense of terror, apparently it’s a hyperbole. Hyperbole for letting go, even of the Buddha and his teachings. Meaning once a person attains full understanding of how things work, is naturally ethical in mind, body and speech, acting with […]
One Arrow is Enough
What is physical pain to you? Is it uncomfortable? Is it annoying when it persists? Is it unbearable at times? Perhaps all of the above. Working with my students on Mindfulness practices we often talk about getting to know all of your pains including physical, emotional, financial, with relationships, etc. Often due […]
Being part of a couple relationship is a great opportunity to practice and cultivate the sense of connectedness, compassion and love. Of course, with lives moving so fast it is easier to disconnect, criticize or blame. Often, we get lost in our own thoughts, expectations and emotions and disconnect from our partner; get caught up […]
What If Our Stories Saved Lives!
January 6, 2020
By Dr. Manijeh Motaghy – Founder of Perfectly Here and Mindful Business Institute. Affiliate MARC UCLA Teacher, Doctor of Psychology in Management Consulting. Member of International Mindfulness Teachers Association.
It was an emotional night
at the Refuge Recovery meeting in Woodland Hills. One that deeply touched my heart. As part of […]
Who Stands With You In Good Times or Tough Times?
Who Is Your (BFF) Best Friend For Life?
December 23, 2019
By Dr. Manijeh Motaghy – Founder of Perfectly Here and Mindful Business Institute. Affiliate MARC UCLA Teacher, Doctor of Psychology in Management Consulting. Member of International Mindfulness Teachers Association.
Retreat
I’m back from ten days of meditation and silence. It […]
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Mindfulness: Anxiety Is Not Bad!
Learn How To Reduce Anxiety Without Medication.
October 6, 2019
By Dr. Manijeh Motaghy – Founder of Perfectly Here and Mindful Business Institute. Affiliate MARC UCLA Teacher, Doctor of Psychology in Management Consulting. Member of International Mindfulness Teachers Association.
Anxiety Is Not Bad. It is My Owl
Anxiety is an uncomfortable feeling. It’s an emotion […]
Generosity Funds Kindness:
UCLA Bedari Kindness Institute is Funded 20 Million Dollars!
October 4, 2019
By Dr. Manijeh Motaghy – Founder of Perfectly Here and Mindful Business Institute. Affiliate MARC UCLA Teacher, Doctor of Psychology in Management Consulting. Member of International Mindfulness Teachers Association.
UCLA Bedari Kindness Institute is born.
It is always delightful to see that powers of goodness […]
With So Many Illnesses, Life is A Constant Practice!
How Not to Agonize Over Bad Diagnoses.
September 4, 2019
By Dr. Manijeh Motaghy – Founder of Perfectly Here and Mindful Business Institute. Affiliate MARC UCLA Teacher, Doctor of Psychology in Management Consulting. Member of International Mindfulness Teachers Association.
Life,
So much of this life we live is clear, obvious and […]
Using Mindfulness to Detect, Disinfect
Mind Viruses & Change The Brain!
Aug 31, 2019
By Dr. Manijeh Motaghy – Founder of Perfectly Here and Mindful Business Institute. Affiliate MARC UCLA Teacher, Doctor or Psychology, Management Consulting. Member of International Mindfulness Teachers Association.
I’m always looking for ways to use Mindfulness to improve the quality of my life and to […]
You’re Not Really Paying
Attention To The Practice!
August 24, 2019
Blog by Daniel Davis, co-founder of Mindful Valley and USC Buddhist Chaplin
Sitting here in my living room, as the rain falls lightly, I can hear the sound of the monks chanting at the local temple next door. It is a beautiful and peaceful sound. I feel quite […]
What is Supposed To Happen
During Mindfulness Meditation?
Aug 7, 2019
By Dr. Manijeh Motaghy – Founder of Perfectly Here and Mindful Business Institute. Member of International Mindfulness Teachers Association.
I frequently hear questions like, how do I stay with the breath longer? And comments like, I still cannot stay focused or I didn’t meditate but was Mindful […]
