“Barb Schmidt is a transformational leader who fearlessly shares her authentic truth.”- Gabrielle Bernstein“Having embarked on a spiritual search and practiced sincerely for many years, Barb Schmidt herself radiates the intelligence and harmonious kindness that she teaches.”- Jetsumma Tenzin Palmo“I’m happy and grateful to call Barb ‘coach,’ and as you read The Practice I’m sure that you’ll be too.”- Howard Schnellenberger“Those who accept [Barb’s] invitation to begin a lifelong, daily practice of contemplation will be grateful for the interior transformations that will occur as meditation radiates out into their lives... “- James Finley, Ph.D.