Book Review: The Urban Monk by Pedram Shojai

by Jaye Marsh In general, North Americans are stressed, overweight, stuck to our desks, and disconnected from the world we live in. With The Urban Monk, Pedram Shojai attempts to help us address these issues by offering tools, including online resources and email support, to “hack” a more balanced lifestyle. I really wanted to like … Continue reading Book Review: The Urban Monk by Pedram Shojai

Book Review: The Art of Stopping Time: Practical Mindfulness for Busy People by Pedram Shojai

by Emma Warnken Johnson Mindfulness is everywhere these days. There seems to be an endless supply of books, articles, and apps touting its benefits. The practices vary, but they all seek to focus the mind on the present moment, shedding distractions and helping us appreciate the little things in our lives. I've been meaning to … Continue reading Book Review: The Art of Stopping Time: Practical Mindfulness for Busy People by Pedram Shojai

Taming time

By Jaye Marsh Time management was a popular topic to start off the year for Editors Toronto branch meetings. A full house of approximately 40 people greeted the guest panellists at our new venue. Thanks to Greg Ioannou, lifetime member of Editors Canada, the Toronto branch now meets at the Centre for Social Innovation, a … Continue reading Taming time