Emotional Connection

Sharpen your emotional intelligence and increase your present moment awareness.

Raphael Cushnir (author of The One Thing Holding You Back) is a leader in the world of emotional intelligence and present moment awareness, offering lectures and seminars worldwide. See full bio

December 3, 2009

Obama and the Bunny Planet

I hesitated to write about President Obama's war speech on PT, but then failure of imagination is a life-threatening psychological condition. Read More

March 4, 2009

Our Economic Crisis Is An Emotional Problem

At such a crucial time in our nation's history, it seems relevant to ask: If America were a person, with its recent cycles of destructive boom and bust, and its almost slavish dependence upon consumption, what kind of person would the country be? The answer, inescapably, is an addict.

February 9, 2009

5 Valentine Gifts That Will Change Your Relationship Forever

What happens between the two us when there's no agenda or need? What feelings and sensations arise when we're not even trying to please one another? What happens when we keep saying "Yes!" to everything, and just follow the flow? Read More

January 19, 2009

Inaugurate Yourself!

If you want to do your part, and help us come together as a nation, follow these steps. Read More

January 7, 2009

Unleashing the Power of Emotional Connection

Whenever you're not willing to feel an emotion, your choices and behaviors stem from your avoidance of that emotion. Your resistance then runs your life, and is directly contrary to your overall best interest. Read More

Books by Raphael Cushnir

The One Thing Holding You Back: Unleashing the Power of Emotional Connection

Setting Your Heart on Fire: Seven Invitations to Liberate Your Life

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