Welcome to another exhilarating discussion with Fishing Without Bait! Today, we will dive into the metaphorical world of surfing and explore how it relates to living life to the fullest. Just like catching the perfect wave, life offers us opportunities to experience freedom and exhilaration. By approaching each day with a beginner's mind, we can transform our world into technicolor and participate fully in every moment. So, wax your boards, my friends, and get ready to ride the waves of life.

Before you start reading this post, I want you to take a look at the picture at the top of the page. I don’t want you to analyze it as if were a homework assignment, or expecting a quiz about the meaning and inspiration behind it.

Welcome to our mindfulness experience, Fishing Without Bait, where we invite you to embrace a life without rigid expectations. Today, we delve into the significance of conscious choice and its transformative power. Join us on this journey of self-discovery as we explore the interplay of time, choices, and the butterfly effect.

Jim Ellermeyer discusses our choices and get deeper into a conversation about how “making a choice” is not as easy as it sounds sometimes and how our responses change.

I stopped at the local coffee shop and had a discussion with the barista about how they were having problems with their internet and which service they had selected. One provider wanted to push the bundle. When asked what their patrons would do without television in the venue, she had apparently responded “talk to each other?”

Jim Ellermeyer discusses Time Line Therapy and gets us started with a self examination in our state of mindfulness. Where are your expectations on finding resolutions to your problems? What in our past shape how we behave today, and how can recognizing that change how we live?

Jim Ellermeyer takes a look at Judaism and how mindfulness applies to the faith in its distant history, and more!

I was sitting home alone – actually, in the dark. And, I was thinking back to earlier days when I was young, when I was so fearful of the dark. Actually, terrified. I remember I would call for my mother – call out for her. Quite often, she would come in and she would ask me what I was afraid of. I remember telling her I didn’t know.

Jim Ellermeyer discusses Buddhism, the suffering of life, how we decide to be with or without suffering, and the concepts of viparinama-dukkha, samkhara-dukkha, and dukkha-dukkha and break down where that voice in your head comes from.

Greetings friends, and welcome to another day of mindfulness with Fishing Without Bait. I'd like to delve deeper into the concept of Fishing Without Bait and discuss mindfulness through the lens of different faiths. Today, we will focus on mindfulness in Islam and the teachings of the prophet Mohammed. So, let's begin our journey.

I’d like to talk a little bit today about another adventure in my recovery which coincides with mindfulness. It coincides with being the observer and paying attention on purpose. Quite often when we’re out there – perhaps in another world we’re caught up in our own ego. We’re caught up in our own selfishness and self-centeredness.

Greetings, fellow seekers of a life without expectations! Welcome to Fishing Without Bait. Today let's delve into a unique perspective on mindfulness by exploring the teachings of Jesus from the Bible.

Welcome to Fishing Without Bait, where we explore a life without expectations. Today, we delve into the concept of resetting ourselves and recharging through mindfulness and loving kindness.

Good evening, fellow adventurers! Welcome to Fishing Without Bait where we explore the fascinating concept of living life without definitive expectations. Today, we will delve into the essence of fishing without bait and its connection to our experiences, conversations, and moments of quiet introspection.

Welcome to Fishing Without Bait, where we explore the transformative power of mindfulness. We invite you to join us on a journey towards living a life free from rigid expectations. For today's journey, we'll delve into the concept of choice and how it can empower us to take control of our lives, find joy, and cultivate mindfulness.

Welcome to another week of Fishing Without Bait, where we explore the art of living without definitive expectations. Today, we delve into the importance of living in the present moment and the power of making mindful choices. So, let's embark on this journey together and learn how to live life without expectations.

Welcome to another experience with Fishing Without Bait, where we delve into the world of mindfulness and explore ways to live a more present and fulfilling life. Today, we embark on a journey to understand the difference between pleasure and joy and how cultivating joy can transform our lives.

One of the driving forces for me as a therapist is that I’ve been there. It’s one thing for someone to say something to try to inspire another individual. But, when the person has an outsider’s perspective, it can be difficult to reach beyond the mask that most of us put up for the world to see.

Welcome to the 13th foray of "Fishing Without Bait," where we dive deep into life's profound questions and explore the art of living in the present moment. In this captivating adventure, we embark on a thought-provoking conversation about the dangers of expectations and the significance of participating in our own lives.

Welcome to another moment of Fishing Without Bait, a program dedicated to living life without rigid expectations. In this mindful lifestyle, we aim to participate actively rather than being mere observers. Join us as we delve into the art of being a human doing instead of just a human being. Today, we explore various techniques to ground ourselves in the present moment, fostering a sense of gratitude and awareness.