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Posts Tagged ‘Presence’

Time Doesn’t Move. We Do.

By mearls | February 22, 2026
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Why time feels faster as we age, how presence expands it, and why life is about people—not just productivity or career.

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Standing in the Snow (The RAIN Method)

By mearls | December 15, 2025
Standing in the Snow (The RAIN Method)

A reflection on snow, discomfort, and the RAIN method from Master Shi Heng Yi—recognizing patterns, accepting stillness, and building awareness before the new year.

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The Art of Showing Up (Even When Everything Goes Wrong)

By mearls | October 20, 2025
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Showing up doesn’t always go as planned. This story of a meeting gone wrong — a lost bag, hotel shampoo, and an unexpected allergic reaction — is a reminder that courage isn’t about perfection. It’s about presence.

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Leadership, technology, and the human side of change. Author of three books on finding direction in a world that won't slow down.

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