Maya, our kelpie A commonly experienced benefit of mindfulness practice is improved sleep. The difference this can make to the quality of life is profound. When we can’t sleep, the harder we try, the more sleep eludes us. We tend to tense up, making dropping off to sleep even harder. If on the other hand your intention is to relax and simply rest rather than sleep, then the pressure to sleep fades and more often than not sleep comes of its own accord. Below is a technique to

Often people are surprised to hear that mindful walking is an option for practicing mindfulness. In fact, it is the most common meditation posture after sitting. In meditation centres outdoor paths are often built for waking meditation. On retreats mindful walking is often alternated with periods of sitting and contributes to cultivating a calm and clear mindfulness of the present moment. Some people enjoy this form of practice right away, for others it’s more of an acquired