A two-year study suggests practicing patience may be critical to finding and pursuing purpose. The article from Greater Good explores the significant role that patience plays in discovering and pursuing one’s purpose in life. It outlines the findings from a…
As I type these words, a torrential rain is beating against my window. It’s the perfect day to embrace quiet time; even my kitten decided to take a play break and nap. Today, I’m following my kitten’s example and making…
Studies show that mindfulness is ultimately an effective, low-cost way to manage (and maybe even improve) physical and mental health and well-being. The article from Mindful.org, titled “How Meditation Supports Health and Healing,” delves into the myriad benefits of meditation…
We’ve all been there—a moment of high stress calls for mindfulness, but meditation alone doesn’t seem to cut it. While formal meditation practice is an incredibly valuable practice, everyday mindfulness demands a broader set of skills. The article from Mindful.org,…
“Health is the greatest possession. Contentment is the greatest treasure. Confidence is the greatest friend.” ~Lao Tzu The blog article “40 Ways to Give Yourself a Break” from Tiny Buddha, written by Lori Deschene, provides various ways to relieve physical,…
If you’re like me and you’re looking for information on meditation for beginners then there are many places on the internet to check out but one article I found on the Do You Yoga website called How Long Should You Meditate to Get…
According to Wikipedia, the definition of mindfulness is… “… the psychological process of purposely bringing one’s attention to experiences occurring in the present moment without judgment” In other words, it’s the conscious act of living in the now. It’s all about being aware…
It seems that trying to be mindful of what you do and say throughout the day is very challenging at best and near impossible at worst, especially if the concept of examining one’s life through mindfulness is a new one.…
Grief is different for everyone, and it can change over time. Mindfulness can support us in healing and self-discovery after loss and change. In the article “Mindfulness for Grief and Loss” on Mindful.org, the complex nature of grief is explored…