The Practice of Groundedness

living a grounded life is an ongoing practice.

our lives are nine-inning games, the perceived immediacy of whatever it is we are dealing with relaxes.

What if this fear—be it of irrelevance, failure, losing control, running out of time, embarrassment, or death—is simply an unavoidable part of the human condition?

“I used to think there was an end zone or a goalpost that I’d arrive at. But that’s not true. There is no end zone. It’s a day-to-day decision. How do I want to show up? Where do I want to direct my energy and attention? What do I want to be present for? Answering those questions with integrity—that’s how you find happiness.”

“To be precise, I am just going to try to run my personal best. If it comes as a world record, I would appreciate it.”

Anyone can feel inspired and motivated. Anyone can get started and stick with the program when things are going well.

whenever you say yes to something you are saying no to something else.

According to Winnicott, the good enough parent does not respond to their child’s each and every need. They do not helicopter-parent, but they do not neglect their child either. Rather, the work of a good enough parent is to create a safe space for their child to develop and unfold on their own.

accept the ugly thoughts, feelings, and urges and let them be there.