It’s a very simple approach to steady oneself and learn to live with the struggles of everyday life. It isn’t a quick fix. It can help us feel grounded at times when were overwhelmed, anxious or living with uncertainty. Everybody can learn mindfulness and gain something from it. It is not something we can […]
A lot of people are talking about mindfulness these days, on the radio, in the paper. But what exactly is mindfulness? We may have all sorts of ideas about it, and that is OK, because that is what happens when we become curious about something. If you had never seen an orange and asked me […]
When we have completed an 8 week course and begin to practice on our own, some of us might miss the company of fellow participants and the trainers. These day long courses enable us to meet up again with those we might have trained with and others who have completed the eight week groups and […]
The rain has been falling and most of us have spent more time indoors than we would perhaps like. It is still possible to be aware. Some of us might feel able to go out in the rain and enjoy the sensation of raindrops on our skin and the wind blowing around us. Or for […]
Mindfulness can be practiced anywhere at any time. This article describes five steps to keeping calm and staying anchored during this busy period. STEP 01 Mindful Breathing The first step is learning to become aware of the breath. It is a simple exercise and can be a very powerful skill to develop. The idea […]