Hi, my name is Mary Jaksch. Welcome to Goodlife Zen! I hope you enjoy this warm, supportive, and respectful community.Articles at Goodlife Zen inhabit the space where personal growth meets spirituality.As an authorized Zen master (Diamond Sangha lineage), psychotherapist, and author, I have a burning interest in questions that touch spirituality and personal growth. When writing for Goodlife Zen, I also bring to bear my life experience. I have two nationalities, English and German, and live in New Zealand. Im the mother of a lovely son and live happily ever after with my partner David. Ive been awarded an MA in Religious Studies, hold a 4th Dan Blackbelt in karate, started my professional life as a flautist, and love dancing Argentine tango wearing skimpy dresses. Most of all, I am a human being. Like you, Im continually learning and growing. And Im happy to share what Im learning with you. If you have concerns or suggestions, or would like to write a guest post, please dont hesitate to contact me here. You might also like to visit my other blog Write to Done that I share with Leo Babauta of Zen Habits. Its a blog for writers and Im the Chief Editor.