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These inspiring cards will help you to connect with the Angels and
Ancestors, channel their ancient wisdom and receive divine love,
healing and guidance. We are surrounded by countless guides who
want to share their knowledge with us to bring healing and change.
Among them are the Angels and Ancestors. In whichever culture or
religion they appear, Angels have always had one mission: to love,
help and guide humans. On the earthly plane, Ancestors are the wise
ones, healers and warriors who have offered to share their
knowledge and magic with us. In this empowering 55-card oracle
deck, Celtic, Native American, Aboriginal and Earth-based
spiritualities bridge the gap between this world and the next. The
Angels and Ancestors know what you need to know, and by using the
accompanying guidebook you'll learn how to unlock their secrets and
messages, and live a life touched by divine, magical guidance.
Discover the wisdom of the stars between these pages for instant
cosmic guidance on any question. Career conundrums? Dating
dilemmas? Friendship fracas? In our fast-paced, data-flooded lives
it can be difficult to know where to turn for the right advice.
Now, with your Zodiac Oracle always by your side, you can let the
celestial wisdom of the stars guide you through life's twists and
turns. No matter how perplexing your predicament, the insight you
seek is right at your fingertips. Ask your question and open your
Oracle at any page to reveal insightful advice to guide your next
move. Harness the prescience of the stars and tune into the
resonance of your sun sign with this wisdom-packed guide that will
lead you to greater self-knowledge and deeper understanding.
Mindful Alignment: Foundations of Educator Flourishing develops a
foundation for educators to flourish by promoting self-awareness as
a mindful approach to ongoing professional inquiry. It presents
three mindful arts-the art of well-being; the art of positive
relationships; and the art of living from strengths, passions, and
purposes-detailing several practices that, when executed over time,
can provide a focus for developing mindful alignment. The authors
present an approach to personal, professional learning that
encourages educators to slow down, create space to notice, and then
nurture their intentions and actions toward fulfilling their
purposes and passions, in order to grow a sense of flourishing at
work and overcome the challenges presented by teaching in ever
increasingly fast-paced, rapidly-changing, accountability-driven
professional environments.
As lifelong meditators and mindfulness teachers, we confess we were
almost embarrassed when we stumbled onto a 5-15 second shortcut to
transcendence. This idea ran counter to everything we knew about
meditation before we began our research. But, yes, it is possible.
It only requires accessing the powerful emotion of awe in ordinary,
everyday life. The changes in our lives have been profound, and
after seeing the results repeated again and again in our thousands
of patients, clients, and study participants, we've proven that our
shortcut, coined the A.W.E. Method, works. -from the Preface Think
about the last time you were truly in awe - perhaps on a walk or
whilst watching a musician perform live - maybe you felt goosebumps
or you lost your sense of time? Unbeknownst to you, some pretty
incredible things were happening inside your body. Your
fight-flight-freeze response became less active and activity
decreased in your brain's default mode network, which is associated
with both chronic pain and anxiety. Your interleukin-6 levels
decreased, which can reduce chronic inflammation and lower your
risk of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and depression. Being in
awe can be beneficial to both your mind and body and now the AWE
method provides a shortcut to all these benefits and is accessible
to anyone, anywhere. ATTENTION (give your full focus to something),
WAIT (take a deep breath and appreciate that thing), EXHALE and
EXPAND (as you exhale slowly, allow your feelings to expand and
grow). 5-15 seconds, two or three times a day - that's all! In this
book you'll learn: - about the surprising and little known science
of awe - how we unwittingly cut ourselves off from feeling awe -
how AWE can enhance traditional mental health therapies -
strategies for using AWE to improve relationships, alleviate
existential anxiety and manage chronic pain - the different types
of awe we can experience (sensorial, conceptual, and
interconnected) - how to recognize and get good at experiencing
each type of awe Learn how to microdose mindfulness through the
power of AWE now.
Filled with fantastically festive and wonderfully wintery scenes,
this is the perfect colouring book to cosy up with Whether you've
got your perfectly sharpened crayons at the ready, desperate to
return to your favourite childhood activity, or looking for the
perfect gift, The Magical Christmas will make your Christmas, well,
magical. Join celebrations across the world and throughout the
years, from skating at the Rockefeller Center to surfing in Sydney
and frost fairs on the Thames to Victorian toy shops. Travel with
the wise men following a star, spot Santa's sleigh skimming over
the rooftops and discover dazzling gingerbread houses with Lizzie's
intricate inky illustrations. A whole world of festive mindfulness
is waiting for you inside. . .
Tenemos a nuestro alcance una oportunidad fundamental de felicidad
que por lo general desperdiciamos, ironicamente, por estar
atrapados en nuestros intentos por escapar del dolor y el
sufrimiento. Pema Chodron da un consejo compasivo y radical
extraido de la sabiduria budista para cuando todo se derrumba en
nuestras vidas, consejo que va a contrapelo de nuestras costumbres
y expectativas habituales. Solo hay una manera de encarar el
sufrimiento que proporcione beneficio duradero, nos ensena Pema: ir
hacia las situaciones dolorosas con cordialidad y curiosidad,
relajandonos en la insubstancialidad fundamental de toda nuestra
situacion. Es ahi, en medio del caos, que podemos descubrir la
verdad y el amor que son indestructibles.
El libro incluye:
- Modos de usar las emociones dolorosas para cultivar la sabiduria,
la compasion y la valentia
- Metodos de comunicacion que llevan a una verdadera apertura hacia
los demas y a una verdadera cercania
- Practicas para revertir patrones negativos habituales
- Tecnicas para trabajar con situaciones caoticas
- Herramientas para cultivar una accion social energica y compasiva
There is a fundamental opportunity for happiness right within
our reach, yet we usually miss it--ironically while we are caught
up in attempts to escape pain and suffering. Drawn from traditional
Buddhist wisdom, Pema Chodron's radical and compassionate advice
for what to do when things fall apart in our lives goes against the
grain of our usual habits and expectations. There is only one
approach to suffering that is of lasting benefit, Pema teaches, and
that approach involves moving toward painful situations with
friendliness and curiosity, relaxing into the essential
groundlessness of our entire situation. It is there, in the midst
of chaos, that we can discover the truth and love that are
indestructible.
Included in the book are:
- Ways to use painful emotions to cultivate wisdom, compassion, and
courage
- Methods of communicating that lead to openness and true intimacy
with others
- Practices for reversing negative habitual patterns
- Techniques for working with chaotic situations
- Tools for cultivating compassionate, energetic social action
We all wish to be more mindful, engaged, present - loving the life
we are living, but is this possible and how? You Are Not Your
Thoughts: The Secret Magic of Mindfulness makes the journey into a
mindful way of being a profoundly simple one, both to understand
and to access. It is a book for those who want to truly know the
power of mindfulness to transform their experience of life.
'...There are thousands of books out there to help us combat our
inner self-destructive voice... if I could go back in time and read
only one book on the subject, this is it.' Joe Pasquale, Comedian
and Actor
Music CD in a Digipack which includes a 16-page booklet which
provides information about the musicians, their philosophy and
their instruments! Music for me can take on many forms. I play for
many reasons, mainly because I love music. I love the high, the
beautiful place it takes me, the feeling during and after I play.
This to me is meditation. Being in the moment and at one with my
own being. No thoughts just allowing the music to come through me.
There are some techniques I use and have discovered on this musical
journey, some of which I will discuss in the next section. Running
time 59 minutes, 43 seconds.
Major changes are a part of life; yet dealing with them can be overwhelming. Endorsed by the National Institute for the Clinical Application of Behavioral Medicine, mindfulness is a simple way to gently help you become more present with the challenges you face and navigate difficulties with more clarity and courage.
The guidance presented in Real-World Mindfulness for Beginners has been praised by today s leading voices on mindfulness. Particularly helpful to those who are new to mindfulness, Real-World Mindfulness for Beginners offers knowledge that is easy to understand and techniques that can be applied immediately. Each chapter offers mindfulness practices that are specific to common challenges such as dealing with anxiety and stress, managing anger and hurt, and coping with grief and loss.
In Real-World Mindfulness for Beginners, you ll find:
- Mindfulness practices that are most applicable to your current need
- Easy mindfulness practices that take only minutes or even seconds
- Tips that modify mindfulness practices to inspire new experiences
Through the practices in Real-World Mindfulness for Beginners you ll unearth the quiet strength within to handle life s curve balls as they come, wherever you may be.
Break the addiction cycle once and for all with this powerful and
compassionate workbook--now fully revised and updated! If you
struggle with addiction, know that you are not alone. Addictive
behaviors are often the result of loss--the loss of a job, the
death of a loved one, or even the end of a romantic relationship.
If you're like many others, you may have turned to drugs, alcohol,
or other troubling behaviors to avoid the pain of loss. But this
only delays the healing process, and can ultimately lead to a
destructive cycle that leaves you feeling trapped. So, how can you
break free? This second edition of The Mindfulness Workbook for
Addiction will help you identify the root of your addictive
behaviors while providing healthy coping strategies to deal with
the stress, anxiety, and depression that can come from experiencing
a loss. With these powerful mindfulness exercises and lifestyle
tips, you will be able to replace addictive behaviors with healthy
behaviors to begin healing. This workbook will help you: Determine
the function your addiction is serving Develop healthy coping
skills for dealing with loss Accept your thoughts and emotions
Avoid addiction "triggers" Heal broken relationships and build a
support system No matter the loss, the mindfulness skills in this
workbook will allow you to process your grief and replace your
addiction with healthy coping behaviors.
From one of most prominent figures in the field of meditation comes
a guidebook for how to use mindfulness to build our inner strength,
find balance, and help create a better world. In today's fractured
world, we're constantly flooded with breaking news that causes
anger, grief, and pain. People are feeling more stressed out than
ever, and in the face of this fear and anxiety they can feel so
burnt out and overwhelmed that they end up frozen in their tracks
and unable to do anything. In Real Change, Sharon Salzberg, a
leading expert in lovingkindness meditation, shares sage advice and
indispensable techniques to help free ourselves from these negative
feelings and actions. She teaches us that meditation is not a
replacement for action, but rather a way to practice generosity
with ourselves and summon the courage to break through boundaries,
reconnect to a movement that's bigger than ourselves, and have the
energy to stay active. Consulting with veteran activists and
social-change agents in a variety of fields, Salzberg collects and
shares their wisdom and offers the best practical advice to foster
transformation in both ourselves and in society. To help tame our
inner landscape or chaos, Salzberg offers mindfulness practices
that will help readers cultivate a sense of agency and stay engaged
in the long-term struggle for social change. Whether you're
resolving conflicts with a crotchety neighbor or combating global
warming, Real Change will provide the fundamental principles and
mindfulness practices to help guide you to the clarity and
confidence to lift a foot and take the next step into a better
world.
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