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A Simple Discipline: Mindfulness

Jon Kabat-Zin PhD is a scientist, writer, and meditation teacher who works toward bringing mindfulness into mainstream medicine and society. He defines mindfulness as “paying attention in a particular way; On purpose, in the present moment, and nonjudgmentally.” As I was preparing for this month I read a number of definitions of mindfulness, but thisContinue reading “A Simple Discipline: Mindfulness”

Thought for Today

“Extremism is the root of all conflict, those who wish to be a peace, follow the middle path of compassion and love for all.” — Kemmy Nola

Thought for Today

“Peace starts within each one of us. When we have inner peace, we can be at peace with those around us. When our community is in a state of peace, it can share peace with neighboring communities, and so on. When we feel love and kindness towards others, it not only makes others feel lovedContinue reading “Thought for Today”

Thought for Today

“History has shown us that our tendency to colonize and exploit other regions has always backfired. This planet can be made a happier, more peaceful place to live in, but the change will have to come from within the hearts of all of us living here.” — Jagad Guru Chris Butler

Thought for Today

“We need to meditate on what is peaceful. Once we have ‘filled up’ in this way, we once again have an abundance of love to send out into the world.” ~ Jean Shinoda Bolen

Prayer of Saint Francis

Thought for Today

“Declare it. Just the same way we declare war. That is how we will have peace… we just need to declare it.” — John Lennon

We’re All in This Together

When in comes to life in this world we are all in it together. Our culture doesn’t really want us to believe that right now. We are bombarded from every side with messages that we must be self sufficient. There are even people who proudly boast they need no help from anyone. But truth isContinue reading “We’re All in This Together”

Thought for Today

“Be honest with yourself. The world of men is not honest with you. The world loves hypocrisy. When you are honest with yourself you find the road to inner peace.” ~ Paramahansa Yogananda