Why did I stop? Was it the single near-neon-purple lotus bloom poking through the pavers? Did I catch the contrasting brilliant yellow center? Did a flicker of motion catch my eye? That memory has faded. What I remember is standing directly over this flower, bent at the waist, completely entranced, with time suspended, one of […]

In today’s digital age, distractions are everywhere—from the constant buzz of notifications to the endless stream of information at our fingertips. With so many demands on our attention, how do we stay focused on what truly matters? Maintaining focus is not just about personal productivity, but also essential to our mental clarity and overall well-being. […]

Do You Love Your Body? Does your body know it? It might sound ridiculous to think your body needs your love. But it does. How many of us treat our bodies like garbage dumps? We criticize them in the mirror, avoid our own eyes, push them too hard, neglect their needs, and then act shocked […]

This morning, I saw the slender black cat that slinks around our place driving our near thirteen-year-old black Lab crazy. Pip will rouse from her old dog sleep on the back deck or in the sun by the slider, barking ferociously in what is a very unique bark reserved for this cat alone. “Slinky pissin’ […]

As the new year dawned, I noticed an older woman at my gym. She appeared to be in her late 60s—slightly overweight, with a distended abdomen, shuffling as she moved. Yet, she had made a bold choice: she secured the services of a personal trainer, a young university student, to guide her. That in itself […]

Part 3 Willingness: The Ultimate Force of Creation Willingness is the most powerful force in the cosmos—a primal energy that ignites action, fuels connection, and drives creation. Willingness is the impetus that precedes action. Without willingness, engagement ceases, and the potential to participate, care, share, teach, or learn fades. It is the foundation for building […]

Part 2 The Power of Intention Intention is the energy that underpins everything we do. It’s not just a thought or a goal—it’s a force that defines how we engage with ourselves first, and then with others. Intention shapes our relationships, actions, and decisions. It’s the invisible current that guides us toward meaningful connection and […]

Image by Rosy / Bad Homburg / Germany from Pixabay   Note:  You can also read Dr. Mara’s blog on Medium. “Inclusion is intentional. It is about identifying and removing barriers so that everyone can participate to the best of their ability.”                                 […]

The January 2025 Newsletter is here!  Read it now right HERE! JANUARY 2025 NEWSLETTER!!  LIVING THE PASSIONATE LIFE WITH DR. MARA KARPEL The post January 2025 Newsletter! Living the Passionate Life with Dr. Mara Karpel appeared first on Dr Mara Karpel Offers. Originally Published on https://drmarakarpel.com/

Flames seen from Topanga Canyon near Pacific Palisades in Los Angeles on January 9, 2025 Tayfun Coskun / Anadolu via Getty Images   Note:  You can also read Dr. Mara’s blog on Medium.    The west coast is on fire.  Snow has fallen on the tents of those whose homes have been ravaged by water […]