Daily Affirmations for Mindful Meditation
The Lunch That Asked Us to Stay It started with a bowl of soup. Nothing remarkable — lentils, a little cumin, a swirl of olive oil catching the overhead light like a tiny green lake. Most days we would have eaten it while scrolling, while planning the afternoon, while half-listening to a podcast we’d already…
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The Lunch That Slowed Us Down It started, as these things often do, with something embarrassingly ordinary. We were sitting at the kitchen table — some of us at desks, some on park benches, one of us cross-legged on the floor beside a toddler — and we noticed we’d already finished half our meal without…
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The Orange on the Counter This morning I almost walked past it—an orange sitting on the counter where I’d left it last night, slightly lopsided, its skin pocked and bright under the kitchen light. I was already running through the day’s list in my head, already halfway to the laptop, when something about the color…
Read moreMindful eating is an important part of living a balanced, healthy lifestyle. By taking the time to savor every bite and listen to one’s body’s cues for fullness and satisfaction, it is possible to develop mindful habits that will lead to better nourishment and improved well-being. The practice of mindful eating begins when making food…
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Being present in the moment can be a challenge, but it’s an important part of finding peace and contentment. Practicing mindful awareness allows one to stay rooted in the present moment while savoring each unique experience that arises. By cultivating this practice, individuals will develop greater clarity in their perception as well as appreciation for…
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Being mindful of the foods you eat is one of the best ways to ensure that you are nourishing your body and soul. Mindful eating entails being fully present in the moment when consuming food and taking time to be aware of what we’re putting into our bodies. Mindful eating means listening to its needs,…
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As humans, we have a responsibility to ourselves and to our environment: to be mindful of the way we treat this world and how we prioritize our own health. I believe that when it comes to what I put into my body – whether it’s food, drinks, or other substances – I should make conscious…
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