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"Developing a basic trust in yourself and your feelings is an integral part of meditation training. It is far better to trust in your intuition and your own authority, even if you make some 'mistakes' along the way." — Jon Kabat-Zinn
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There are far too many books on Buddhism. That's why I've put together a list of five best books on Buddhism for beginners. You can read them in the exact sequence they are listed in this article and learn all the basics — without the overwhelm.
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5 Best Buddhism Books for Beginners (With Quotes)
Are you interested in Buddhist philosophy? In this article, we put together a list of best Buddhism books for beginners (with quotes).
https://mindfulspot.com/buddhism-books-for-beginners/
about 18 hours ago
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Struggling with social media addiction? These 8 iPhone apps will help you regain focus and some deep work.
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8 Best Digital Detox Apps for iOS to Break Phone Addiction (2025 Top Picks)
Discover the best digital detox apps for iOS to boost focus, cut distractions, and manage screen time with tools like Forest, Focus Keeper, and one sec.
https://mindfulspot.com/digital-detox-apps-for-ios/
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Are you interested in meditation but not sure of its benefits beyond stress relief? In this article, I share three ways meditation has changed my life for the better, and how it can change yours.
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3 Life-Changing Reasons Why You Should Meditate
Is meditation worth it? Keep reading to learn 3 life-changing reason why you should meditate based on my 10-year personal experience of practicing meditation.
https://mindfulspot.com/why-you-should-meditate/
3 days ago
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"A community practicing understanding and lovingkindness may be the most important thing we can do for the survival of the Earth." — Thich Nhat Hanh
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4 days ago
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What is your first thought in the morning?
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What is Your First Thought in the Morning?
Wondering how to improve your morning routine? Keep reading to learn 3 mindful tips on how to wake up feeling better, becoming aware of your mental state and first thought in the morning.
https://mindfulspot.com/first-thought-in-the-morning/
4 days ago
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A Simple Mindfulness Exercise for Social Anxiety
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A Simple Mindfulness Exercise for Social Anxiety
Feeling anxious when in the company of other people? Keep reading to learn a simple mindfulness exercise for social anxiety.
https://mindfulspot.com/mindfulness-for-social-anxiety/
5 days ago
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How to Be Aware of Your Inner Critic (Plus an Antidote)
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How to Be Aware of Your Inner Critic (Plus an Antidote)
Why do so many people struggle with overthinking and self-criticism? Learn from Eckhart Tolle about the voice in the head and becoming aware of our inner critic (plus an antidote).
https://mindfulspot.com/eckhart-tolle-the-voice-in-the-head/
6 days ago
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3 Simple Questions to Let Go of the Need to Be Right
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3 Simple Questions to Let Go of the Need to Be Right
Frequently find yourself in meaningless arguments? Keep reading to learn 3 simple questions to let go of the need to be right and improve your mindfulness practice.
https://mindfulspot.com/the-need-to-be-right/
7 days ago
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"Letting go is a way of letting things be, of accepting things as they are." — Jon Kabat-Zinn
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8 days ago
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Mindful Gratitude: One Simple Question That Improves Your Life
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Mindful Gratitude: One Simple Question That Improves Your Life
Keep reading to learn Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh’s mindful gratitude: one simple question that will change your life for the better.
https://mindfulspot.com/thich-nhat-hanh-mindful-gratitude/
8 days ago
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5 Marcus Aurelius Quotes to Improve Your Mindfulness Practice
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5 Marcus Aurelius Quotes to Improve Your Mindfulness Practice
Do you love Stoic philosophy books with wisdom quotes? Discover 5 Marcus Aurelius quotes that improved my mindfulness practice with reflections from my life.
https://mindfulspot.com/marcus-aurelius-quotes/
9 days ago
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5 Mindful Steps to Pacify Your Negative Emotions
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5 Mindful Steps to Pacify Your Negative Emotions
Looking for mindfulness activities to relieve stress? Keep reading to learn 5 mindful steps to pacify your negative emotions by Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh.
https://mindfulspot.com/negative-emotions-mindfulness/
10 days ago
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"Bringing more Presence into your life may be one of the most important acts of kindness you can do for yourself." — Eckhart Tolle
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11 days ago
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8 Best Mindfulness Books by Thich Nhat Hanh (With Quotes)
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8 Best Mindfulness Books by Thich Nhat Hanh (With Quotes)
Need ideas for your reading list? Check out this list of best mindfulness books by Zen monk Thich Nhat Hanh.
https://mindfulspot.com/best-mindfulness-books/
11 days ago
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How to Balance Living in the Moment with Future Goals
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How to Balance Living in the Moment with Future Goals
Wondering how to balance living in the moment with setting future goals? Keep reading our article to learn three simple steps to do it.
https://mindfulspot.com/future-goals/
12 days ago
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The Power of Now: Eckhart Tolle Meditation (With Audio)
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The Power of Now: Eckhart Tolle Meditation (With Audio)
Do you want to relax and relieve stress? Then try The Power of Now Eckhart Tolle meditation (with guided audio).
https://mindfulspot.com/the-power-of-now-eckhart-tolle/
13 days ago
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10 Common Meditation Mistakes Beginners Make (And How to Avoid Them)
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10 Common Meditation Mistakes Beginners Make (And How to Avoid Them)
Want to learn how to meditate but not sure about the right way to do it? Read our article about 10 meditation mistakes beginners make and how to avoid them.
https://mindfulspot.com/meditation-mistakes/
14 days ago
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"An open, 'beginner's' mind allows us to be receptive to new possibilities and prevents us from getting stuck in the rut of our own expertise, which often thinks it knows more than it does." — Jon Kabat-Zinn
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15 days ago
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3 Common Meditation Distractions and How to Deal with Them
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3 Common Meditation Distractions and How to Deal with Them
Do you want to improve concentration during meditation? Read our article to learn about 3 common meditation distractions and what to do about them.
https://mindfulspot.com/meditation-distractions/
15 days ago
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Do you find it difficult to meditate? Read our article to learn seven essential meditation tips to improve your daily sitting practice.
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7 Best Meditation Tips for Beginners
Want to learn how to meditate? Keep reading to learn 7 best meditation tips for beginners that will improve your daily mindfulness practice.
https://mindfulspot.com/meditation-tips-beginners/
16 days ago
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Your smartphone can have an adverse effect on your mental health. This article will show you how it can also help you practice meditation, one of its few redeeming qualities.
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6 Best Meditation Apps for Beginners
Want to learn how to meditate? Keep reading to discover 6 best meditation apps for beginners (with reviews).
https://mindfulspot.com/meditation-apps/
17 days ago
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"Your body is your first home: 'Breathing in, I arrive in my body. Breathing out, I am home.' — Thich Nhat Hanh
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18 days ago
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What Is Dharma in Buddhism?
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What Is Dharma in Buddhism? (A Simple Answer)
If you’re interested in Buddhist philosophy, read our article to learn the answer to the question What is Dharma in Buddhism, explained by Buddhist monks.
https://mindfulspot.com/what-is-dharma-in-buddhism/
18 days ago
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“Hearing of the mistaken action of another, advise yourself not to emulate it.” — Zengetsu
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Mistaken Action of Another Zengetsu Quote
I’d like to share one of my favorite quotes. I find them while surfing the web, reading a book, or doing research for one of my articles. As someone who’s passionate about writing, I like to keep…
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19 days ago
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Be Present Guided Meditation by Calm App
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Be Present Guided Meditation by Calm App
I’d like to share one of my favorite guided meditations. YouTube can be a source of distraction or inner peace depending on how you use it. I know that it can be hard to sift through hundreds of…
https://mindfulspot.com/be-present-guided-meditation-by-calm-app/
20 days ago
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10 Best Well and Good Articles on Meditation
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10 Best Well and Good Articles on Meditation (2024 Top Picks)
Are you looking for best Well and Good articles on meditation? Keep reading to discover my top picks with quotes, links, and other mindfulness resources that will show you how to improve your mental health.
https://mindfulspot.com/well-and-good-articles-on-meditation/
21 days ago
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"When you find the mind judging, you don't have to stop it from doing that. All that is required is to be aware of it happening. No need to judge the judging and make matters even more complicated for yourself." — Jon Kabat-Zinn
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22 days ago
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A Simple Mindset Shift That Will Help You Forgive Your Enemies
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A Simple Mindset Shift That Will Help You Forgive Your Enemies
Read our article to learn a simple mindset shift that will help you forgive your enemies and improve your mindfulness.
https://mindfulspot.com/one-simple-mindset-shift-that-will-help-you-forgive-your-enemies/
22 days ago
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What Is Meditation in Buddhism?
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What Is Meditation in Buddhism? (A Simple Answer)
If you’re interested in Buddhist philosophy and want to learn how to meditate, read our article to find the answer to the question What is meditation in Buddhism.
https://mindfulspot.com/what-is-meditation-in-buddhism/
23 days ago
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Want to Learn Buddhist Meditation? Book a Free Consult
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Want to Learn Buddhist Meditation? Book a Free Consult
Sometimes, you might need a personal consultation on how to meditate or overcome specific obstacles that hinder your practice. I believe my advice will be useful to those who consider meditation a part of their spiritual journey. As a lay follower, I d...
https://mindfulspot.com/learn-meditation-free-consult/
24 days ago
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"Go within. Use your inner body for going deeper and taking your attention away from where it's usually lodged, in the thinking mind." — Eckhart Tolle
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25 days ago
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Modesty Is the Foundation of All Virtues Zengetsu Quote
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Modesty Is the Foundation of All Virtues Zengetsu Quote
I’d like to share one of my favorite quotes. I find them while surfing the web, reading a book, or doing research for one of my articles. As someone who’s passionate about writing, I like to keep these small reminders front and center because of their ...
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25 days ago
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Read This One Book if You Want a Simple Introduction to Buddhism (Free Patreon Members Only)
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Read This One Book if You Want a Simple Introduction to Buddhism (Free Patreon Members Only)
You’ve clicked on this article because a typical reading list includes from five to ten books, and you don’t have time to read that many right now. I’ve been there. This issue is further complicated by the fact that Buddhism has many schools that may i...
https://mindfulspot.com/read-this-one-book-if-you-want-a-simple-introduction-to-buddhism/
26 days ago
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What Did the Buddha Say to Ascetic Bahiya to Help Him Attain Enlightenment?
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What Did the Buddha Say to Ascetic Bahiya to Help Him Attain Enlightenment?
As a lay follower of the Buddha, I sometimes think about enlightenment. “What does it feel like to live as an enlightened person?” I ask myself before I close my eyes and sit down to meditate. It’s not a question that comes up often in my daily practic...
https://mindfulspot.com/is-sudden-enlightenment-possible-in-buddhism/
27 days ago
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10 Reasons Why Solitude Is Important in Our Life, According to Everyone
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10 Reasons Why Solitude Is Important in Our Life, According to Everyone
It has been said that solitude is the place of purification. It has also been said that the great omission in American life is solitude … that zone of time and space, free from the outside pressures, which is the incinerator of the spirit. Indeed, enjo...
https://mindfulspot.com/why-solitude-is-important/
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"Patience is a form of wisdom. It demonstrates that we understand and accept the fact that sometimes things must unfold in their own time." — Jon Kabat-Zinn
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29 days ago
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‘With You,’ A Beautiful Mindfulness Poem That Will Brighten Your Day
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‘With You,’ A Beautiful Mindfulness Poem That Will Brighten Your Day
I was listening to “Touching the Eternal,” a recording of seven-day India retreat organized by a spiritual teacher Eckhart Tolle. Toward the end of the audio book, what I assume was the last day of the retreat, a woman rose up from the audience to offe...
https://mindfulspot.com/with-you-mindfulness-poem/
29 days ago
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What Are the Five Natural Laws in Buddhism?
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What Are the Five Natural Laws in Buddhism?
What are the five natural laws in Buddhism? I came across this concept while researching equanimity meditation, which helps us achieve a balance of mind that’s completely free from reactivity. It does so by making us visualize different people, such as...
https://mindfulspot.com/five-natural-laws-buddhism-niyama/
30 days ago
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If Life Has Suffering, Why Not Just Try to Numb Yourself with Goals?
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If Life Has Suffering, Why Not Just Try to Numb Yourself with Goals?
The first thing people usually learn about Buddhism is that it’s aimed at ending human suffering. This is what newcomers like to discuss online when trying to deepen their understanding. And this is what one Redditor did when he asked, “If life has suf...
https://mindfulspot.com/can-goal-setting-make-you-happy/
about 1 month ago
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"When sitting down to meditate, you can imagine that you're a mountain, with your base firmly rooted in the earth and your peak rising upward toward the sky." — Mental Workout
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about 1 month ago
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Register for Our Upcoming Community Meeting on Oct. 19, 2025
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Register for Our Upcoming Community Meeting on Oct. 19, 2025
Our next community meeting is scheduled for Oct. 19, 2025. It will start at 9 a.m. PST and will last for 30-45 minutes. During our time together, we’ll discuss teaching meditation to friends and family. Think of it as an opportunity to meet new people ...
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Register for Our Upcoming Community Meeting on Oct. 12, 2025
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Register for Our Upcoming Community Meeting on Oct. 12, 2025
Our next community meeting is scheduled for Oct. 12, 2025. It will start at 9 a.m. PST and will last for 30-45 minutes. During our time together, we’ll discuss the relationship between Buddhist ethics and your meditation practice. Think of it as an opp...
https://mindfulspot.com/buddhist-ethics-and-meditation-community-meeting/
about 1 month ago
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10 Best WebMD Articles on Meditation (2024 Top Picks)
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10 Best WebMD Articles on Meditation (2024 Top Picks)
WebMD is one of the leading healthcare publishers in the United States. Its core mission is to bring you the most objective and trustworthy health information. The WebMD content staff includes individuals who hold advanced degrees in journalism, medica...
https://mindfulspot.com/webmd-articles-on-meditation/
about 1 month ago
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Peace Is Present Right Here and Now Thich Nhat Hanh Quote
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Peace Is Present Right Here and Now Thich Nhat Hanh Quote
I’d like to share one of my favorite quotes. I find them while surfing the web, reading a book, or doing research for one of my articles. As someone who’s passionate about writing, I like to keep these small reminders front and center because of their ...
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about 1 month ago
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"Walk as if you are kissing the Earth with your feet." — Thich Nhat Hanh
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about 1 month ago
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What Is the Pali Canon in Buddhism?
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What Is the Pali Canon in Buddhism?
You might’ve heard about the “Pali Canon,” also known as the “Three Baskets of Buddhism (Tipitaka).” But what exactly are they? Put simply, the Pali Canon is a collection of ancient sutras containing the Buddha’s teaching. In ancient times, each mainst...
https://mindfulspot.com/what-is-the-pali-canon-in-buddhism/
about 1 month ago
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Do Not Impose on Others What You Yourself Do Not Want Confucius Quote
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Do Not Impose on Others What You Yourself Do Not Want Confucius Quote
I’d like to share one of my favorite quotes. I find them while surfing the web, reading a book, or doing research for one of my articles. As someone who’s passionate about writing, I like to keep these small reminders front and center because of their ...
https://mindfulspot.com/do-not-impose-on-others-what-you-yourself-do-not-want-confucius-quote/
about 1 month ago
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100 Best Eckhart Tolle Quotes That Will Help You Live in the Present Moment (2024 Top Picks)
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100 Best Eckhart Tolle Quotes That Will Help You Live in the Present Moment (2024 Top Picks)
If I had to name a few spiritual books that had a profound impact on my early meditation practice, it would be the ones written by Eckhart Tolle. From mental habits that make us unhappy to becoming aware of your inner critic to the three powerful ways ...
https://mindfulspot.com/eckhart-tolle-quotes-that-will-help-you-live-in-the-present-moment/
about 1 month ago
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"We can't change every little thing that happens to us in life, but we can change the way that we experience it. That's the potential of meditation and mindfulness." — Andy Puddicombe
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about 2 months ago
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