What’s Next

For anyone asking what comes after the title, the paycheck, or the plan.

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Article of Interest – “The Science of Stress” by Maria Popova

By Tim McCarthy

September 30, 2015

Editor's comment: I've been a student of mind-body connection for 18+ years now and this is as good a commentary as I've read. No one - NO ONE - seems...
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In My Dreams
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In My Dreams

By David Crosby

August 30, 2015

Editor's Note: I've always been captivated by David Crosby, Stephen Stills and Graham Nash harmonies.  My favorite is the famous "Helplessly Hoping." Here's a far more obscure song, this one...
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Article of Interest – “The Moral Bucket List” by David Brooks

By Tim McCarthy

July 28, 2015

Editor's Note: I think of David Brooks as a poor man's St. Augustine and I think of myself as a poor man's David Brooks. I find him insightful, delightful and...
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Colorblind
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Colorblind

By Counting Crows

May 31, 2015

Editor's Note:  It’s always refreshing to not only see a celebrity share his or her mental anguish with others, but do so on their own terms. Counting Crows’ front man...
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Finish Big
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Finish Big

By Bo Burlingham

April 28, 2015

Editor’s Note: If you own all or part of a business, this is a must-read. One way or another you will exit your business, as Burlingham says, even if on...
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Newsletter – “What Boulder Are You Rolling?” by Tim McCarthy
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Newsletter – “What Boulder Are You Rolling?” by Tim McCarthy

By Tim McCarthy

March 29, 2015

At a meditation retreat several years ago, my teacher reminded us of the legend of Sisyphus. In Greek mythology, Sisyphus was the King of Corinth who was punished for chronic...
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Circle Game
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Circle Game

By Joni Mitchell

March 29, 2015

Editor’s Note: Heard this on my iTunes the other day while running and realize what depth of thought there is in this one. No surprise for Ms. Mitchell who woke...
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Oh, Very Young
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Oh, Very Young

By Cat Stevens

March 1, 2015

Editor's comment: Seems to fit the theme of this month's website update and like so many of Steven's songs, it begs good thoughts. Favorite Lyric: "Oh very young what will...
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Newsletter – “I and Love and You” by Tim McCarthy

By Tim McCarthy

January 4, 2015

This blog title is borrowed from an Avett Brothers song, which is also featured as the song of the month on our foundation website. Over time, I’ve been training myself...
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Amazing Music - “I and Love and You"
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Amazing Music - “I and Love and You"

By The Avett Brothers

January 4, 2015

Editor’s note: Yes, I know I overdo the Avetts but their words mean so much to me. This one, at least to me seems to be about growing up, breaking...
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Article of Interest – “Abundance without Attachment” by Arthur Brooks
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Article of Interest – “Abundance without Attachment” by Arthur Brooks

By Tim McCarthy

December 16, 2014

Editor’s note: I hope you enjoy this holiday thought provoking article from Arthur Brooks in the New York Times Sunday Review. I smile every time I read, “there is nothing...
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The Rebel Jesus
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The Rebel Jesus

By The Rebel Jesus

December 15, 2014

Editor’s Note: I’ll add this month another ‘70s song, this one in light of the holiday with a little of Browne’s deep reflection and attitude thrown in. Favorite Verse: “We...
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Empty Abundance
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Empty Abundance

By Tim McCarthy

December 3, 2014

If you wish to participate in our "Buy One Give One" FREE offer, please reply to the MindfulGiving.org order confirmation email with a physical address and recipient name you would...
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Slip Sliding Away
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Slip Sliding Away

By Paul Simon

October 26, 2014

Editor’s note: Simon’s work was the backdrop to my young life. He just had/has a unique ability to bring rhythm and sound to great lyrics. Listening to Slip Sliding reminds...
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Article of Interest – “Georgetown Commencement Speech” by John C. Bogle

By Tim McCarthy

October 26, 2014

Commencement Address MBA Graduates of the McDonough School of Business by John C. Bogle, founder, The Vanguard Group Upon receiving the Honorary Degree of Doctor of Humane Letters from Georgetown...
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Newsletter: The Final Words
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Newsletter: The Final Words

By Tim McCarthy

September 30, 2014

A note from the Author: Below, since we will finally publish on October 27th, is the final excerpt from my book, Empty Abundance; Finding Meaning through Mindful Giving. Appropriately for...
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You Turn Me On, I’m a Radio
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You Turn Me On, I’m a Radio

By Joni Mitchell

August 27, 2014

Editor’s note: I heard this the other day at the café and it made me think of so many things. One, I’ve a very close friend who is really struggling...
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Article of Interest – “How Mindfulness Makes You Powerful” by Marina Illich

By Tim McCarthy

July 31, 2014

At a recent seminar I did on time management, I shared the idea of creating a “not to do” list that was taught to me many years ago. Yep, it’s...
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Head Full of Doubt
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Head Full of Doubt

By The Avett Brothers

July 6, 2014

Editor’s note: I know, I’m addicted to these guys. But the songs I’m unearthing now – this from their very first album – are just so full of meaning. I’m...
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Article of Interest – “Enneagram Articles” by Sandra Ford Walston
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Article of Interest – “Enneagram Articles” by Sandra Ford Walston

By Tim McCarthy

July 6, 2014

Editor’s note: My friend, Jerry Danalchack has been working me through an author on the spiritual uses of the Enneagram, an ancient religious practice. When I bumped into Sandra Walston’s...
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Where do the Children Play
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Where do the Children Play

By Cat Stephens

April 29, 2014

Editor’s Note:  Good memories flooded back to me when I saw that Cat Stevens, now Yusuf Islam, had been named to this year’s Rock and Roll Hall of Fame class. ...
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