I’ve often found metta, loving kindness mediation, difficult because it feels stilted. I have recognized that it has opened my awareness to the places that I find constriction and judgment … and then I work with those places. I feel Read More
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#RealHappiness Day 13
Being mindful in the moment requires that we slow down and pay attention. This can happen with everyday tasks – brushing your teeth, washing dishes, drinking a cup of coffee or tea. The idea of focusing on the senses with Read More
Day 11
I purchased and read Sharon’s book “Real Happiness” a few years ago. I loved the walking meditation. The focused awareness on your surroundings and being in that moment is purposeful and proactive. It’s my go to after a busy day Read More
Day 2 Sangha Insight LA
“Alone, we can do so little; together, we can do so much” – Helen Keller Breathing through a transient thought telling me it’s not efficient to drive an hour to meditate for an hour, I tuned into Krishna Das chanting Read More
Day 1- The Beginning… The End…and in between dolphins.
To live on the beach is to have an invitation to meditate or at least be mindful. Yet sometimes days go by that I don’t accept the calling to walk the two blocks to one of the most precious ocean Read More
Lovingkindness for my child
May you be well (mentally, physically, and mentally), may you be happy and spread happiness, may you be at peace and peaceful, may you be loved and loving. #Commit2sit #RealHappinessChallenge
#RealHappinessChallenge – Day 10
I have found body scans to be a helpful meditation tool. I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis 3 1/2 years ago. This meditation tool has helped me get in touch with my body and focus on the areas that are Read More