“Shame is the intensely painful feeling or experience of believing that we are flawed and therefore unworthy of love and belonging.” ~Brené Brown I used to call myself a “beetroot.” It was a label of defectiveness that my inner critic screamed at me every time I felt...
Spirituality
Morning meditation — Get to the point of realising, without doubt.
‘Get to the point of realising, without doubt, that negative motivations have negative reactions’ Everyday Buddhism
A Meditation to Meet Yourself Where You Are—No Matter What
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction instructor Cheryl Jones leads us in a practice to foster self-acceptance in any life circumstance. The post A Meditation to Meet Yourself Where You Are—No Matter What appeared first on Mindful.
What Green Spaces Can Do For Your Body, Your Mind & Your Practice
More research is confirming what we know in our experience: spending more time in green spaces enhances every part of our human experience, including our practice. The post What Green Spaces Can Do For Your Body, Your Mind & Your Practice appeared first on Mindful.
To the Wounded Parent Who Wants to Do Everything Right
“The greatest gift you can give your children is your own healing.” ~Dr. Shefali Tsabary Am I doing too much or not enough? Am I screwing my child up? Am I being too hard on my child? Am I being too soft? Am I spending enough time with my child? Do I help too much?...
Gratitude Rituals: Practicing The Art Of Appreciation
When I was new to the practice of gratitude, I wasn't quite sure how I could stay consistent with it for a long period of time. I knew why I wanted to practice it daily, but sometimes life got in the way and I used to fall off track. As someone who struggles with...
Morning meditation — The Perfect Way.
‘The Perfect Way is difficult only for those who pick and choose.’ Seng-ts’an
Jignesh’s Gratitude Story: Owning The Journey
For Jignesh Thakkar, affectionately known to his friends as JT, life has always been about constant motion. Whether he is out riding his sports bike on the open road, playing a sport, or managing his fast-paced work in the stock market, he is someone who thrives on...
Raising Happy Children In Challenging Times: Practices that Build Essential Skills For Well-Being
Can you build your child’s capacity to be more inclined towards well-being, even during seasons of difficulty or uncertainty? Teachers Wendy O’Leary and Helen Maffini say yes, and offer three everyday practices you can try today for raising happy children. The post...
Why I Gossiped and What I Now Do Instead
“Great minds discuss ideas; average minds discuss people.” ~Eleanor Roosevelt I stopped gossiping when life humbled me. I didn’t realize at the time, but what I thought was just innocent girl talk with my friends was really a way to escape my own shame and insecurity....
