Dr Mark's Musings

Reflections, practices, and stories for living authentically.

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What a Travel Delay Teaches Us About Trusting the Journey

July 13, 2025 No Comments

Reflections on a travel delay—lessons in trust, patience, gratitude, and embracing life’s unexpected pauses. Read the full story.

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Staying Grounded When the World Shifts: A Guide to Coping with Major Policy Changes

July 4, 2025 No Comments

Staying Grounded When the World Shifts: A Guide to Coping with Major Policy ChangesWhen I woke up today to news of “Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill” ...

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When Going Home Doesn’t Feel Like Home

July 2, 2025 No Comments

When going home doesn’t feel like home I’ve spent the past several days visiting my mother. She’s approaching 92. Fiercely independent. Sharp in many ways, ...

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Traversing Mountains, Leaving the Stone Untouched

June 3, 2025 No Comments

Discover the power of traversing life’s mountains while leaving the stone untouched. Learn mind-body-spirit practices for resilience, growth, and serenity.

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Finding Hope and Harmony Amid Chaos: Reflections Inspired by “Hallelujah”

May 17, 2025 No Comments

Finding Hope and Harmony Amid Chaos: Reflections Inspired by “Hallelujah” Music has a magical power, doesn’t it? It effortlessly reaches into our hearts, bringing comfort, ...