Against the Grain

Here is an email I just received from a reader that I thought I would share with you… Hi Steve, I really enjoyed your book. I just thought I would share my story in case it has the potential to help other people. Over the years, I’ve learned that if there’s one thing that will […]

Goal-Free Parenting

Here in the United States, Mother’s Day was this past Sunday. In honor of our moms, today’s installment is about Goal-Free Parenting. 63% of adults say, “I encourage those that I care about to pursue goals that I think are best for them.” Whose life are your children living? One person I interviewed became wildly […]

Goal-Free Living Mind Map

A book reader in Australia, Marie Farrugia, developed a mind map outline of the book for use as an easy reference guide. Click here to download her handiwork. Thanks Marie.

Quote of the Day – Abraham Lincoln

“In the end, it’s not the years in your life that count. It’s the life in your years.” — Abraham Lincoln

Good Article in WSJ

There was an interesting article in last week’s Wall Street Journal. It discusses the concept of a mulligan — or “do-over” — in your career. Starting over fresh with something new. It addresses one of the big challenges: trusting that things will work out…however they work out. Remember, Goal-Free Living is not about doing what […]

My Jabberwock

Here is a wonderful poem written by a wonderful friend, Susanne Goldstein. It beautifully describes the oneness of everything. Enjoy. It was neither tall nor short. Open or shut. The dark helped the light and the light signified change and healing. It wasn’t really bad or good or narrow. Maybe the middle. Or perhaps the […]

Life Coming Full Circle

Did you ever feel forced to abandon your childhood dreams and end the pursuit of what you really wanted? Often circumstances in life derail our desired course; however when it comes to aspirations, we have the ability to navigate a new course to fulfill our dreams. While this new path (and perhaps the outcome) may […]

Let Go of 'Tunnel' Focus

In Tuesday’s (April 11) Investor’s Business Daily, there is a great article on Goal-Free Living. Due to copyright restrictions, I can’t include the whole article. Here is the intro… While goals are undoubtedly some of the most effective means of triggering action, it’s important not to get too single-minded and limit your opportunities. So says […]

Quote of the Day

“Bel far niente” — The Italian expression for “the beauty of doing nothing”

Cool "Goal-Free" Product

When I was in California (where else?) I bought a Buddha Board. Here’s the description: “Buddha Board is based on the Zen concept of living in the moment. You simply paint on the surface with water and your creation will come to life in bold design. Then, as the water slowly evaporates, your art will […]