It's not what you look at that matter. It's what you see. (H.D. Thoreau)
There's an obsession in our society with 'doing', often at the expense of 'being'. The habit of always DOING something carries within itself the risk that we forget how to simply BE with ourselves and our environment. In my perception, the tendency to avoid getting in touch with what IS, gets bigger and bigger in …
I am not a big fan of classic New Year's resolutions Ă la 'From January the 1st I will exercise twice a week.' I don't believe that the calender switch from one year to the other provides enough reason for change. If I want to really begin exercising, I can use every day to start …
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I started meditating in my early twenties, so more than 10 years ago. This is what I have learned so far, since I first sat on a cushion and tried to 'not think about anything'. 1. Do it daily. Especially when you start meditating, it is really helpful to create a routine, e.g. sitting every …
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Busy, tired mindCome homeThe door is openI've put the fire on for youRestThe work is done for nowSettle into the cozy homeWhich is this bodyPlenty of spaceFor all the guests knocking on the doorWanting to join usThe loud ones, keen to disturbWill soon enjoy the quiet, tooJust make sureTo keep this fire going
The word 'mindfulness' is used so excessively these days that there might be some confusion as to what it actually means. There are 'mindfulness' calendars,cups,T-Shirts,keyrings. I would like to attempt to give an answer to two frequently asked questions: "What is Mindfulness?" and "Why do you practice it?".Please keep in mind when reading this that …
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Remember the joy of hearing a baby giggle. Remember the sense of connection sitting side by side in meditation. Remember the pain felt at the sight of a human being sleeping rough in a world of abundance. Remember your heart jumping with joy witnessing an act of kindness. Remember the warmth of a friend's embrace. …
SOMETIMES MINDFUL 