Road Trip to Eagle Rock Loop, Ouachita National Forest – Arkansas – October 2023

The Eagle Rock Loop is a 26.8-mile loop made up of 3 trails put together.
It is rated as the toughest backpacking trail in Arkansas.

The Buddha the Scientist Retreat: Neuroscience and Collective Awakening

An extraordinary meditation retreat and symposium at Deer Park Monastery (Loc Uyen Tu)
in San Diego, California, From September 26th to October 1 st, 2023

The Buddha the Scientist Retreat is a life-changing experience that helps scientists and the community develop mental clarity and mindfulness.

Eight scientists and over 500 retreatants immersed themselves in mindfulness practices and shared their insights and breakthroughs during an inspiring science symposium.

– Dr. Michelle Williams of Harvard University emphasized that we can pave the way to enhance individual and global health through research, knowledge, and mindfulness.

– Dr. Vish Viswanath from Harvard University stressed that technology’s impact depends on how we utilize it. It can either foster global community and unity or contribute to suffering.

– Dr. Lilian Cheung from Harvard University emphasized how the fusion of Buddhist principles and scientific insights can reduce discrimination, fear, and despair.

– Dr. Eric Loucks of Brown University discussed the crucial role of mindfulness in sustaining behavioral change and encouraged optimizing habits such as diet, sleep, and physical activity for overall well-being. He delved into how mindfulness can help break the link between craving and behavior, leading to positive change.

– Dr. Diane Gilbert-Sullivan from Dartmouth University highlighted the importance of contemplation alongside knowledge to drive meaningful change.  She emphasized the impact of showing compassion and love to others and how it reflects on us.

– Dr. Solomon Diamond of Lodestone Biomedical highlighted the power of combining awareness, concentration, and insight with scientific exploration to foster understanding, tackle challenges, and transform our world.

– Dr. Ryan Niemiec from the VIA Institute on Character discussed studies on innate human virtues, emphasizing the potential for nurturing traits such as gentleness, kindness, and humility, which are linked to social intelligence.

Furthermore, participants gained valuable insights into practicing mindfulness, fostering inclusive approaches to public health, and building deeper connections with others.

Dear mindful souls and advanturous travelers,

As a widow and determined entrepreneur, I am wholeheartedly committed to achieving financial abundance through passive income while juggling the responsibilities of raising two children and supporting my widowed mother, who has challenges with arthritis. Amid the hustle and bustle of my life, one of my greatest joys is venturing outdoors. Sometimes, I travel solo to create myself or accompany my children or friends for a meditation retreat and explore nature-rich destinations to connect with mother nature, either to the beach or hiking.

Embarking on a journey to wherever your heart desires can be an incredibly fulfilling and enriching experience. It exposes you to new places, cultures, and people, broadening your horizons. When you follow your heart to genuinely resonated destinations, you create unforgettable memories and gain invaluable life experiences.

Every outdoor expedition reminds us of the importance of embracing spontaneity and seizing opportunities for exploration. It’s about letting go of fears and uncertainties and allowing our hearts to guide us toward new horizons and thrilling adventures.

With peace, love, light, and gratitude!

Serenity Huyen Nghiem Tinh

Meditated at Deer Park Monastery in San Diego, California – July 2015

Tea meditation at Deer Park Monastery (Loc Uyen Tu) in San Diego, California – April 2023

“In the quite morning, I sit with my tea,
Birds chirping softly, a song just for me.
The sun’s warm light, gentle and bright,
Heals my soul with peaceful might.

By the lotus pond, calm and wide, 
In quiet reflection, I find my guide.
Each breath, each sip, a moment clear,
In sitllness, all my worries disappear.”

— serenity huyen nghiem tinh

Meditated at Deer Park Monastery (Loc Uyen Tu) in San Diego, California – April 2023

My favorite Beach Park, Heisler Park in Laguna Beach – April 2023

Imagine returning to your ‘Zen island,’ your spiritual home and replenishing your spirit in the sun’s refreshing embrace, surrounded by the soothing melody of ocean waves and the fragrant bloom of flowers.

Let the mystical power of healing crystals renew and invigorate your positive energy. Don’t let this opportunity slip away to immerse yourself in this natural sanctuary of rejuvenation and well-being.

Tea Meditation by the Ocean in Seattle, Washington – June 2019

Catching the Sunrise at Saint Petersburg in Florida – March 2021

Road Trip to Sand Harbor, Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park – California –  September 2023

Enjoyed a day at Hugh Taylor Birch State Park in Tampa, Florida – August 2020

Meditated at Heisler Park – Laguna Beach – August 2023

The hike to Potato Chip Rock is in Poway near Poway Lake in San Diego, California – January 2019

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