Here are two articles that are worthy of the read. Maia Duerr's guide on how to meditate and a publication by Mark Lau and Andrea Grabovac on a Buddhist psychological model are two works that integrate ancient teachings with current frameworks of practice and theory. Liberated Life Guide on How to Meditate Maia Duerr of Liberated Life [...]
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How to make meditation a priority
If meditation is a priority, then it’s helpful to take that word literally and put meditation first. An example would be my rule of not turning on the computer before I’ve meditated. Simple, but effective. Probably the most trenchant advice I ever heard was in eight words from Suzuki Roshi: 'Organize your life so you [...]
Taking an MBSR/MBCT course?
This was posted earlier and it may be useful to review if you're thinking of taking an MBSR or MBCT course. Five Things you want to practice to get the most out of the course. And, of course, to get the most out of this one, wild, and precious life!
Reflections and Intentions: how to re-view your year
Our colleague, Maia Deurr, whose work can be seen on The Liberated Life Project, has written a terrific blog post on how to reflect on our past year and meet the year to come. No resolutions that are only going to shatter in the first few days, no promises to keep. These are lyrical and nourishing activities [...]
Being smart about Time
Sometimes we can use our knowledge wisely. Sometimes we get in trouble when we mistake knowledge for wisdom.
Ottawa Mindfulness Clinic 