Tag Archives: mindfulness meditation
How to Stop Your Own Suffering
When people ask what benefits I derive from my meditation practice, I find myself at a loss for words. Imagine that, me of all people not able to provide a sufficient answer. I know what it feels like, I know … Continue reading
Posted in Empowerment, Meditation, Mindfulness, Relationships
Tagged anxiety, be still, hope, meditation, mindfulness, mindfulness meditation, sadness, suffering
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“Smile, breathe and go slowly.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
One of the things I’ve really benefitted from mindful living is embracing the feelings–the negative ones especially. Inviting them in like an old friend instead of trying to shut the door on them–”Hello, Grief. Glad you stopped by today. Hug?” … Continue reading
Posted in Meditation, Mindfulness, spirituality
Tagged embracing feelings, mindfulness meditation, minfulness, Thich Nhat Hanh, uncertainty
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Liquor? But I Didn’t Even Know Her!
I hate it when drivers stop me and ask for directions when I’m running. So I always give them directions to the nearest liquor store. I hope they’re pleasantly surprised when they get there. Because personally, finding myself in front … Continue reading
Posted in Meditation, Mindfulness, Running
Tagged liquor store, mindfulness meditation, running
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