Author Archives: Wendy Dembitz Neuberger

I once heard Dr. Wayne Dyer talk about the song “I Hope You Dance” by Lee Ann Womack.  He said that he loved the song but disagreed with one line.  That line was “Never settle for the path of least resistance.”  Dyer maintained that you should always take the path of least resistance. He saidContinue reading “Taking the path of least resistance”

Dates like today make me happy. Not sure why, but they do!  I googled the meaning of multiple ‘2’s and this is what popped up: “… a reminder that you are on the right path and doing the right things in life. This number is also a sign of positivity, good luck, and joy.”  Ironically,Continue reading “02-02-2022”

My mother told me that my grandma Jennie had a Yiddish saying: “Der mentsh trakht un got lakht.”  Translation: Man plans and God laughs.  If I replace “mentsh” with “froy” (woman), that would describe my year.  In the first few months of 2021, I was adjusting to ‘retirement’.  After 25+ years at IBM followed byContinue reading “Lessons from 2021”

The holiday season is supposed to be “merry and bright”.  So, why do I start feeling a tightness in my stomach and a mild sense of dread this time of year?  Is it because the days are getting shorter and the to-do list is getting longer?  Is it because I tend to sleep-walk thru theContinue reading “Tis the season … to live consciously”

My greatest joy when I was working at Binghamton University was the connections that I made with my students.  I loved our conversations.  I loved hearing their perspectives and ideas about the world and their lives.  I loved sharing my stories and, perhaps, a different perspective.  I loved laughing with them and learning from them. Continue reading “Connections”

Sundown tomorrow through sundown Thursday is the Jewish Day of Atonement.  This is the day when we reflect on the past year, ask forgiveness from those we have hurt, offer forgiveness to those who have hurt us, knowingly or unknowingly and vow to do better in the coming year.  As I sat to meditate today,Continue reading “Reflections on acceptance and forgiveness”

Sometimes the road I am traveling gets bumpy.  Sh*t happens.  Loved ones need more care and attention.  My mindfulness practice reminds me to take a breath when I feel overwhelmed.  I come back to now and think to myself that … ‘All is well. I am safe’.    Expressing gratitude is another wonderful practice. IContinue reading “Reflections and gratitude”

When I tell people that I teach meditation, a common response I hear is “I tried to meditate and I just can’t do it. I can’t stop thinking.”   Well, guess what?  Everyone can learn to meditate!  All you need to do is WANT to learn and practice!     The biggest misconception people have is thatContinue reading “Everyone can meditate!”

The other day I got into my car to head to an appointment.  Before I realized what I was doing, I found myself heading instead to Wegman’s.  It was like my car was on autopilot.  Actually, it was like I was on autopilot.  Where was my mind?  Certainly not on the task at the hand. Continue reading “Steering in the right direction”

I love spring!  I love everything about it … even the rain!  I love watching nature come alive.  Listening to the birds chirping with excitement.  Seeing the grass turn green again.  Watching the crocuses and daffodils bloom.  It is amazing to experience and one of the things I love most about being in a climateContinue reading “Happy “Pop Day” !”