More and more of us are suffering from the stresses and strains of modern life. Mindfulness is an increasingly popular discipline that can not only help alleviate the symptoms of stress, anxiety and depression brought on by the pressures of our daily existence but can actually bring calm, joy and happiness into our lives. In The Little Book of Mindfulness Tiddy Rowan, herself a practitioner …
Simple, calming mindfulness exercises for busy modern living. In today's busy world, finding physical and mental space for peace and calm amidst the competing demands of work, family and friends can be a challenge. Mindfulness is a simple and powerful practice that can help you cut through the noise and reclaim tranquillity, wherever you are. The Mindfulness Journal offers an introduction…
Is it the world that's busy, or my mind?'The world moves fast, but that doesn't mean we have to. In this timely guide to mindfulness, Haemin Sunim, a Buddhist monk born in Korea and educated in the United States, offers advice on everything from handling setbacks to dealing with rest and relationships, in a beautiful book combining his teachings with calming full-colour illustrations. Haemin Su…
This is the story of a persistent problem and the child who isn't so sure what to make of it. The longer the problem is avoided, the bigger it seems to get. But when the child finally musters up the courage to face it, the problem turns out to be something quite different than it appeared. What Do You Do With a Problem? is a story for anyone, at any age, who has ever had a problem that they …
Master of Mindfulness: How to Be Your Own Superhero in Times of Stress is a kid-friendly guide to managing everyday stress, worry, and difficult emotions, written by kids (a 5th grade class) and adults together. It empowers children to develop their own inner strength and mindfulness “superpowers” through real stories, students’ drawings, and accessible practices. The book includes explan…
In Peaceful Piggy Meditation, Kerry Lee MacLean uses cheerful pig characters to show young children how ordinary, stressful days—filled with hurry, disappointment, anger, or sadness—can be balanced with simple meditation. The piggies find a quiet, special spot, take time to breathe in and out, slow down, calm their minds, and notice the “magical things in life.” The story gently teaches…