“Each place is the right place–the place where I now am can be a sacred space.” — Ravi Ravindra, The Wisdom of Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras: A New Translation and Guide by Ravi Ravindra
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Thought for Today
“Mindfulness is simply being aware of what is happening right now without wishing it were different; enjoying the pleasant without holding on when it changes (which it will); being with the unpleasant without fearing it will always be this way (which it won’t).” – James Baraz
Thought for Today
“Paradise is not a place, it’s a state of consciousness.” – Sri Chinmoy
Thought for Today
“Be soft. Do not let the world make you hard. Do not let pain make you hate. Do not let the bitterness steal your sweetness. Take pride that even though the rest of the world may disagree, you still believe it to be a beautiful place.” – Kurt Vonnegut
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“In the end, just three things matter: How well we have lived How well we have loved How well we have learned to let go” ― Jack Kornfield
Thought for Today
“The present moment is filled with joy and happiness. If you are attentive, you will see it. (21)” ―Tich Nhat Hanh, Peace in Every Step: The Path of Mindfulness in Everyday Life
Thought for Today
“If you want to conquer the anxiety of life, live in the moment, live in the breath.” ― Amit Ray, Om Chanting and Meditation
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”
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