This simple body scan meditation is great for connecting to your body, relaxing, learning to focus the mind and easing physical tensions. It usually takes around 30 minutes but you could lengthen it for a more intensive body scan. First choose a comfortable position. I prefer to do this meditation whilst lying down as it […]
Thich Nhat Hanh is a Buddhist monk who was born in Vietnam in 1926. Over the years he has dedicated himself to teaching and helping others through social work, university lecturing, non-violent peace efforts and of course though his numerous books. The Miracle of Mindfulness was originally intended as a long letter from Thich Nhat […]
Our walk home from town this morning took about three times as long as usual. As we were walking I was watching my daughter and realised I had a lot to learn from her. Lesson 1-Patience At the age of 2, everything is just a little bit harder to do. Watching her put a handful […]
Having completely over-worked myself for the last week (must remember to acquire some self-control), today has been about reading and relaxing. I’ve been enjoying a pot of chamomile tea, reading my book and listening to the soothing tones of ‘Andy’s dinosaur rap’… My current read is ‘Happiness’ by Matthieu Ricard. It was recommended to me […]
