Outdoor Mindfulness – In Nature, through Movement and Stillness, with Awareness, by John Arnold. Nature, the outdoors and physical activity create a perfect context for the practice of mindfulness. Ego-centric thinking softens in the face of nature which seems to foster eco-centric thinking. We see the deep connections within nature and learn that we also…
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From Winter Skiing to Summer hiking and meditation
On the move to Italy in January this year I was welcomed with two metres of snowfall, Champoluc and the Monterosa mountain range were looking magnificent. Everyone skiing in the Alps this winter had the best snow conditions we have seen for many years and, all of you I am sure, have incredible stories to…
Outdoor Mindfulness – Hike, Sit, Be happy.
Outdoor Mindfulness – In nature, through movement and stillness, with awareness. Mountain retreats during the summer are a great way to enjoy being in the mountains, have fun exercising and doing something which has lasting health and well-being benefits. Combining the exhilaration of hiking with the stillness of meditation and the grounding of yoga, you…