Compassion and self-care
A fruition of my compassion practice over the years is an increased ability to care for my physical and mental wellbeing. While I was away on holiday, I recognised – again – that the physical…
Mindful of the Power of Words
Mindful of the Power of Words Recently I became acutely aware that I have been dwelling on some words that have been spoken to me. Words that seemed to cut like a knife. But they…
Mindful Holiday
I am a week into a two week winter sun getaway to Cyprus. Away from the busyness of work I am noticing a lot of inner-critic dialogue along with an underlying feeling of being a…
Mindfulness..with the curiosity of a child…
I have noticed that spending time with a 4-year-old teaches me to be mindful, present and curious. My grandson makes me realise the preciousness and gift of the present moment. He has also taught me…
Mindful beginnings…
I am filled with gratitude for the opportunity to carry on the great work Jane has been doing for the Mindfulness Association. My job share buddy will be joining us in January. Whilst really looking…
Wild Geese – Mary Oliver
You do not have to be good. You do not have to walk on your knees for a hundred miles through the desert, repenting. You only have to let the soft animal of your body…
