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An Exquisite Collection of Mindfulness Poetry – Melli O’Brien

When I teach my mindfulness retreats and courses I like to share poetry, quotes and passages about mindfulness. Mindfulness poetry like this conveys important messages for our lives and our meditation practice. People always ask me for these poems at the end of the retreats. Since I am so frequently asked for them I thought you might…

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Three Habits to Help You Maintain Mindfulness All Day Long – Melli O’Brien

There is no doubt that there is a growing interest in mindfulness these days. In fact, mindfulness is said to be one of the fastest growing trends in the world and the word [mindfulness] has witnessed a fivefold increase in Google searches over the past 10 years. Many people are taking courses and retreats to…

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How to Practice Walking Meditation – Melli O’Brien

Like any other meditation, walking meditation should be a purposeful act. Most of the time, when we are walking, we tend to ‘daydream’. We may start planning what we’ll make for dinner, or wondering how the presentation will go next week or we may ruminate over our recent problems or upsets. Instead of letting this…

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Why Mindfulness Is the Key to Stress Free Living – Melli O’Brien

What jumps to mind when you think of some of the biggest threats people face today when it comes to their health and well-being? Stress has skyrocketed from being considered an epidemic to pandemic in only 30 years. In 1983, one Time magazine cover story was “The Epidemic of the Eighties.” Their survey showed that…

Seven Strategies to Maintain Mindfulness in the Information Age – Melli O’Brien

In this digital age we live in, technology provides us with incredible opportunities and conveniences but at the same time scientists tell us there is a hidden danger. Constant connectivity can create fragmentation of the mind. This state commonly referred to as ‘digital overload’ leads the brain to remain in a hyper alert and distracted…

How to Live With Purpose: Translating Your Values into Goals – Melli O’Brien

“Knowing who you are, and living who you are is the path to mastering mindful living.” – Melli O’Brien This is the third and final blog in a series on ‘how to live your truth and master the art of mindful living.’ In this post, we’ll look at how you can translate your values into…

7 Habits of Highly Mindful People You Can Integrate Into Your Life

The intention to live a more mindful life is continuing to grow and touch an increasing amount of people. In fact, 2014 has been dubbed ‘the year of mindful living.’ May 2015 only grow and deepen this mindful revolution and may these tips I share today serve you to find more peace and purpose this…

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Nine Awesome Mindfulness Videos on YouTube – Melli O’Brien

Check out these wonderful gems! These short mindfulness videos are some of my favourites. Enjoy! and please also share your favourites with us in the comments section below. 1. Andy Puddicombe’s awesome TED talk (10 minutes) When is the last time you did absolutely nothing for 10 whole minutes? No texting, talking or even thinking? Mindfulness…