Walking & Movement

Walking meditation turns an ordinary activity into a mindfulness practice. These techniques help you slow down, feel your feet on the ground, and bring awareness to movement - whether you're on a trail or crossing a room.
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Magazine
Horror. Beauty. 

Walk with Ronlyn Domingue as she takes in the sights one cool day in February, the natural surroundings offering insight and valuable opportunities for introspection.   Read More 

  • Mindful Staff
  • March 1, 2011
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Expert Interviews
The Value of Adventure 

Outdoor adventure can essentially function like an extreme meditation cushion, teaching not only concentration, but also inquiry, compassion, and right action, says adventurer Renée Sharp. Read More 

  • Line Goguen-Hughes
  • February 16, 2011
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Books & Reviews
Yoga’s Twisted History 

No question, yoga has a large following in the West. But how has hatha yoga, specifically asana practice, taken centre stage? And what role has the West played in that preference? Andrea Miller reviews two books that address these questions: Yoga Body: The Origins of Modern Posture Practice, by Mark Singleton, and The Subtle Body: The Story of Yoga in America, by Stefanie Syman.  Read More 

  • Line Goguen-Hughes
  • February 11, 2011
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Expert Interviews
Awake in the Wild 

Whether we’re in a pristine rainforest or our own backyard, nature is always available to deepen our mindfulness. Here are Mark Coleman’s wilderness tips. Read More 

  • Mark Coleman
  • December 23, 2010
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Meditation Practices
Body and Mind Integration 

Yoga practice and meditation work extremely well together, say  Cyndi Lee and David Nichtern. They show us how.  Read More 

  • Mindful Staff
  • August 23, 2010
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