Levi Ben-Shmuel is a Tai Chi and Kabbalah teacher, and co-creator of "Sulam Chi: A Dance of Life."
Topic: Speaking for a Wiser Life

Levi’s debut album, "Take a New Road," is a joyous celebration of the inner journey toward spiritual freedom.
While pursuing a career in software development, Levi earned a master’s degree in economic development from MIT in 1989. He studied Yang-style Tai Chi intensively during his years in the Boston area. Levi moved to Israel in 1991. During his nine years there, he worked in the economic development field, created a computer consulting business, taught Tai Chi, studied Kabbalah, and co-created Sulam Chi. Levi returned to the U.S. in 2001 and moved to Santa Fe with his family in 2003.
May 21, 2012 at 12:02 PM
Are You Ready to Stop Working and Start Playing? Part 2
"For me, reframing work as play is a very effective metaphor"
May 7, 2012 at 1:28 PM
Are You Ready to Stop Working and Start Playing? Part 1
"If we are willing to bring all of ourselves into work...we can bring spirit into the workplace in a concrete, powerful and inspiring way"
April 4, 2012 at 11:44 AM
The Titanic 100 Years On: Technology, Infallibility and Mindfulness
"There are many reasons why her wreck holds an irresistible fascination for many"
February 9, 2012 at 2:22 PM
Growth and Comfort: How Uncomfortable Are You Willing to Be?
"Dancing on the edge of uncertainty..."
December 23, 2011 at 4:07 PM
Scrooge, Vision and You: Cultivating Spirituality in the Workplace
"It's interesting that Dickens chose the workplace as the setting for 'A Christmas Carol.'
November 3, 2011 at 2:28 PM
"It Might Be More Valuable Than You Think."
October 13, 2011 at 11:56 AM
Finding New Purpose on the Age Wave
"Happiness in life is about more than what's in your bank account or stock portfolio"
September 28, 2011 at 1:10 PM
Dreams, Renewal, and Rosh Hashanah
"...does your dream conflict with God's plans for you?"
September 14, 2011 at 11:30 AM
Finding Joy on the Sea of Galilee
"Joy has the power to lead us out of our minds and into our souls"
July 11, 2011 at 10:59 AM
"The power of a smile has nothing to do with your mood. If you put a smile on your face right now, chances are it will shift whatever mood you are in, and even your energy level, in a positive way."
July 1, 2011 at 11:59 AM
Is There Enough Space in Your Life? How to Tap into a Neglected Source of Power
"Creating space in your life just might be the best thing you can do..."