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“If We Could See Inside Other People’s Hearts”: A Profound Microcosm of Life in 4 minutes

“If We Could See Inside Other People’s Hearts”: A Profound Microcosm of Life in 4 minutes

What if this was the instant? This 4 minute video was produced by the Cleveland Clinic and shows the inner lives of everyday people, just like you and I. It’s a reminder that we ALL have our story and we just never know what is happening in someone’s life and if you did, would you [...]

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20 More Quotes to Inspire you to Live in the Present Moment

20 More Quotes to Inspire you to Live in the Present Moment

Needing some more inspiration to live in the present moment? Here are 20 more quotes to inspire you to live now! “What would we have to hold in compassion to be at peace right now? What would we have to let go of to be at peace right now? “ – Jack Kornfield “The most [...]

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What is Mindfulness? – Thich Nhat Hanh

In the following clip (4.01mins), Thich Nhat Hanh shares an overview about mindfulness. He discusses how mindfulness is the capacity to be aware of what is going on in this moment and by being in touch with what is happening now, we can feel happiness and gratitude wherever we are. The object of mindfulness can [...]

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Are Moments All We Have?

I came across this clip today from a group that I am apart of with mindfulness and wanted to share it as it just makes so much sense. Life is made up of many moments joined together and continues to unfold, whether we are mindful of it or not. Are you making the most of [...]

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Healing from Within with Jon Kabat-Zinn

This Healing from Within video clip is from Bill Moyer’s PBS documentary series (1993) – Healing and the Mind and gives an overview of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) 8-week program. The MBSR Program was first developed by Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn in 1979 at the University of Massachusetts Medical Centre. Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn wrote the book [...]

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Poem – The Place I Want… By Mary Oliver

This morning I was looking for a poem to send to a friend and I found this one. It was too good not to share and I hope you enjoy it as well! The poem is from the book Thirst: Poemsby Mary Oliver.   The Place I Want to Get Back To is where in [...]

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“A Good Day” With Brother David Steindl-Rast

A beautiful video illustrating a variety of ways we can open our heart each day. How many blessings can you see today?   If you liked this clip, you may also like: An Inspirational True Story – Keep Going! Are you seeing the beauty in life?

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Introduction to Mindfulness webinar – April 3 2013

Introduction to Mindfulness webinar – April 3 2013

Have you heard about Mindfulness, however not sure what it is? Would you like – to have more balance, peace and harmony? a greater capacity to cope with short and long term stress? increased focus and concentration? Well – why not join us for a free Introduction to Mindfulness (or Mindlessness) webinar? Mindfulness in everyday [...]

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What are the Top 10 Talents of a Mindful Leader?

According to Michael Carroll in his book – The Mindful Leader: Awakening Your Natural Management Skills Through Mindfulness Meditation, the top 10 talents of a mindful leader are – Simplicity – getting to the cushion and practising mindfulness meditation Poise – gathering the mind Respect – touching our hearts Courage – letting go of thoughts [...]

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Leading@Google: Michael Carroll (The Mindful Leader)

Michael Carroll, author of The Mindful Leader was invited to speak to Google on October 17, 2008 as part of the Leading@Google series. Many businesses are turning towards mindfulness as a cutting-edge leadership tool and research suggests that mindfulness can help to – decrease the symptoms of anxiety, increase a sense of empathy and spirituality, [...]

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