Difference between Mindfulness and Meditation
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Difference between Mindfulness and Meditation

Mindfulness and Meditation are similar, but they do have their differences. Mindfulness includes active and passive outlets.  You can be mindful of washing dishes, talking to friends, driving, and exercising. Yoga is also about being in the present moment through movement.  What IS Mindfulness? Mindfulness is a state in which you are completely aware and…

Struggles with Mindfulness-five things to consider
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Struggles with Mindfulness-five things to consider

Mindfulness can be a struggle for many people especially if you have never practiced it before. Some people struggle with mindfulness, so if this is you, this just might help.  You can grab a book about mindfulness and read it to your heart’s content.is called “learning.”You start to “know” the information from an intellectual standpoint….

A simple way to start a mindfulness practice
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A simple way to start a mindfulness practice

Starting a mindfulness practice is one of the best things you can do for your life This is less about learning and more about not thinking.  You can see the previous where I talk about why I don’t care for new Year’s resolutions here.  So when it comes to creating a “new” practice around the…

Enjoy the holiday lights-mini-meditation and reflection
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Enjoy the holiday lights-mini-meditation and reflection

Enjoy a mini-meditation to reflect upon the beauty and inspiration of the holiday lights The holidays are considered one of the busiest times but we can take a few minutes of mindfulness to appreciate this magical aspect of this time of the year.  The winter solstice is actually the first day of winter, but it…