The Book That Grounds Me—One Daily Passage at a Time! I read a passage every morning after my first meditation. It always brings inspiration into my day!
Tinkers follows George Washington Crosby, an elderly clockmaker, as he reflects on his life and memories of his father while lying on his deathbed. Through these reflections, the novel gently explores time, memory, love, and the fleeting beauty of everyday moments.
The story follows Tova, a lonely widow working nights at an aquarium, who forms an unexpected bond with Marcellus, a brilliant octopus with secrets of his own. As their connection deepens, buried truths surface, leading to healing, closure, and the quiet magic of unlikely friendships.
Braiding Sweetgrass weaves together indigenous wisdom, nature's teachings, and scientific knowledge, inviting readers to reconnect with the Earth.
The author delves into the negative cycle of overthinking (chatter) and provides science-backed strategies to quiet the mind, using psychology and neuroscience.
With proven, practical techniques, Dana guides you in developing awareness of your nervous system—empowering you to shift how you respond to both everyday stresses and life's bigger challenges.
Quote from the book: “The Ideal: Harmoniously balanced, universally centered, happy, calm, creative children.” Nuff said!