By Deepak Chopra, MD, FACP, FRCP
We live in a society where being positive is offered as the best attitude a person can take to life. Yet sometimes this simply isn’t possible, and people find themselves facing temporary or long-term sadness. At such times, positivity isn’t much help because negative moods can have a life of their own.
How do you deal with being in sad gear? In times of crisis, the sad truth is that most of us become passive. We distract ourselves by watching more television or spending more hours on the computer. We wait for sadness to pass and carry on as if nothing bad is going on. Keeping up a good front is important in most people’s lives, yet behind the facade can lurk a good deal of fear.
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Practice of the week: Mindful Expressive Movement
This practice encourages a deeper connection with your physical self and opens a channel for creativity and emotional expression, aligning with the rhythm of life.
- Set the Space: Find a quiet and open space where you feel comfortable. You can play calming or uplifting music that resonates with your mood.
- Grounding: Begin by standing with your feet firmly on the ground, taking a few deep breaths. Feel the connection between your body and the earth, allowing yourself to become present.
- Free Movement: Allow your body to move in whatever way feels natural. Let go of any expectations or judgments. You might sway, stretch, or dance with abandon. Focus on the sensations and emotions that emerge as you move.
- Integration: After a few minutes, gradually slow down and return to stillness. Take a moment to notice how you feel, both physically and emotionally. Reflect on any insights or shifts in perspective.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
DECEMBER
We’re Less Than a Month Away
Where: Amrit Ocean Resort, Singer Island, FL
When: December 5–7, 2025
In a few weeks, I will join Poonacha Machaiah and a group of friends, colleagues, and collaborators for this year’s Sages & Scientists Symposium in Singer Island, Florida.
Each year, this unique gathering brings together global visionaries in science, technology, medicine, philosophy, and the arts to explore one shared question: How do we regenerate humanity in a time of accelerated change?
Our theme, Where Technology Evolves and Humanity Awakens, reflects both the complexity of our time and the possibilities within it. We’ll explore the future of AI, longevity, and consciousness through conversation, daily practice, and shared experience.
You’ll hear from A. R. Rahman, David Ghiyam, Dr. Vonda Wright, Dave Asprey, Dr. Bessel van der Kolk, and many other leading voices.
I invite you to join us and be part of the movement.
