by Martha Brettschneider | Aug 2, 2012 | Life Lessons, Mindful Parenting
“Just watching an animal closely can take you out of your mind and bring you into the present moment, which is where the animal lives all the time–surrendered to life.” — Eckhart Tolle, Guardians of Being Casper, my son Max’s Netherland...
by Martha Brettschneider | Aug 1, 2012 | Life Lessons
“The more scared we are of a work or calling, the more sure we can be that we have to do it.” — Steven Pressfield, The War of Art I am spent today. After submitting my book proposal yesterday, I am completely devoid of inspiration or motivation. I...
by Martha Brettschneider | Jul 31, 2012 | Life Lessons, Mindful Parenting
I just did one of the scariest things of my life. Starting this blog was a risky endeavor that exposed me to the world. Today I put myself out there even further. I gave my book proposal package, which included the introduction and first chapter of my manuscript,...
by Martha Brettschneider | Jul 30, 2012 | Breast Cancer, Fitness
“Some seek the comfort of their therapist’s office, others head to the corner pub and dive into a pint, but I chose running as my therapy.” ― Dean Karnazes, Ultramarathon Man: Confessions of an All-Night Runner Every so often, I will post a slightly longer piece...
by Martha Brettschneider | Jul 27, 2012 | Life Lessons
On my flight home yesterday I had the good fortune to see the film “The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel” on the plane. I had already seen it in the theater a few weeks ago. If you haven’t seen it yet, try to–it’s probably only playing at...
