I woke up this Monday to heavy smoke in the air and ashes all over our garden. Adding to the natural disasters of hurricanes Harvey and Irma, Northern California, where I live, is being devastated by raging fires. Thank God we are safe. The closest fire was 20 minutes away, and while it was not certain at first what direction the fires were spreading, [...]
I was invited today to Frankie Boyer's Biz Talk Radio show to share my perspective on what can be done in the face of the horrific tragedy that occurred in Las Vegas this weekend, which has shocked the entire world. Here are the the audio and a link to the transcript of the interview. Anna Gatmon Radio Interview_Vegas Remember, don't succumb to [...]
It's the Jewish New Year and as I am marking this time of celebration with my family, I want to take a moment to thank you for your support this past year. You've inspired me to grow beyond my comfort zone, get vulnerable, and share weekly insights and tips on how to live your highest calling and experience fulfillment in your work and life. I have [...]
I spoke yesterday at an event at a local library about how we can live in spiritual-material balance, and I want to share with you the main takeaway from that talk. You can experience spiritual-material unity and balance when you live your highest calling. Here's how I see it. Take a look at this magnificent chestnut tree below. Nature is in perfect unity and balance between its material expression, in this case, the tree's trunk, branches [...]
A few weeks ago someone offered me a powerful message that has stayed with me: You are a point of consciousness in the universe. Wow! What a mind-blowing concept. It evokes an image of the universe, dark and vast, with formations of stars and galaxies; each one of us part of it, a point of consciousness within this vast universe. What a sacred responsibility it puts on each of us towards each other and our beautiful planet. In the past [...]
Self-doubt can undermine your dreams of making a difference in the world. It can crush your soul so that you never dare to express and manifest your most inner longings. But self-doubt can also become your ally, because it indicates there is a dream and a vision inside you that is wanting to manifest specifically through [...]
What could be closer to our physical existence than the food we eat and the attitude with which we prepare and consume it? I love the experience of eating delicious, beautifully presented, high vibrancy food. I love to be surprised by subtle flavors that awaken parts of me I didn’t know existed. I also love cooking [...]
The beautiful chirping of this little bird just stopped me in my tracks the other day when I took my dog, Coco, for his morning walk. It made me feel such joy. It reminded me how beautiful life is, if I just stopped and paid attention to the small things… Nature has that power to remind [...]
Most of us have experienced the expansive quality of spending time in nature. But even when you're not outdoors, you have the ability to bring nature to yourself. Just the scent of a few leaves of mint, rosemary, or lavender can uplift your spirits within seconds. Watch this short video and find out how you can [...]
Have you ever read a book that just blew you away and changed your entire perspective on life? I've read a few books like that. I want to share some of them with you because I know that a sentence or an exercise in a book can open up a door to a whole new understanding, and propel you forward on your spiritual journey. The six books [...]
