Mindfulness is the quality or state of being aware of something, or as Jon Kabat-Zinn says, “Mindfulness means paying attention in a particular way; On purpose, in the present moment, and non judgmentally.” Many people think that mindfulness is about removing thoughts from your mind, but it is actually about being aware of your thoughts and […]
Mindfulness
7 STEPS TO MEDITATION
Since starting to do yoga and listening to Gabrielle Bernstein’s guided meditations I’ve been convinced that meditation does good for the mind. Scientific research has shown that meditation can improve your mood, boost immune system, improve regulation of stress hormones, enhance the ability to empathize, calm anger and anxiety, and help you cope with pain […]
THE ART OF JUST BEING
I spent most of my weekend hanging out in our tiny yard, enjoying the sun, reading motivational books (what else is new) and just doing nothing, but enjoying the sun, peace and family. I often feel that I need to pack my weekends full of activities to feel accomplished, and when people ask me at […]