Sunday, January 16, 2011

Day 7- Cultivating the Spirit

Cultivating the spirit
The practice of being mindful is a wonderful way to nourish your spirit.  Being mindful is simply paying attention.  Mindfulness is cultivated when we observe without judgment.  Our minds are constantly judging and categorizing and get in the way of discovering peace within ourselves.  When we become the impartial observer we can let go and focus on the breath.  

This practice can be very challenging.  The mind constantly interrupts and wants to take us somewhere.  This is where patience comes in.  Be patient with yourself and gently bring yourself back to the breath.

Approach this practice with a beginner's mind.  Allow yourself to experience the moments of your life without expectations and judgment.


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