I started writing stories when I was young. My mom has file folders packed with elementary school essays and journaling pages.

I liked writing stories because I could control the ending (or, the whole thing really).

I especially liked writing the kinds of stories that have no problems, no misunderstandings, and no climax - just happy, happy, happy from beginning to end.

Which is why my stories were boring as hell.

I understand that our most challenging moments, and the big feelings that follow, are required for Real Life. I understand that’s what makes the good moments even better.

I understand, intellectually.

There are lots of ways to meditate, lots of types of meditation, and lots of different meditation teachers.

There’s no ‘one size fits all.’

And it’s less about HOW you practice, and for HOW LONG, than it is about WHERE it takes you.