Nourishing our spirit – Part 2

Last week, we looked at setting aside a place in our home which symbolises our intention to nourish our spirit. Just as important as creating a place is to create time.
Nourishing our spirit

‘Nourishing our spirit’ is the final of Christopher Germer’s ‘Five pathways to self-compassion’.
Relating to others

If we think back to our happiest childhood memories, they were often times when someone kind spent time with us in a way which showed care, respect, and friendliness.
Befriending our feelings – Part 2

Emotions are natural responses to the changing conditions of our lives. We put unnecessary pressure on ourselves if we feel that we ‘should’ be happy all the time.
Befriending our feelings

Many of our emotions, especially the very powerful ones, are connected to the bonds we feel with other human beings.
Allowing your thoughts – Part 2

If it weren’t for my mind, my meditation would be excellent! Pema Chödrön
Allowing your thoughts

‘The cat ignored becomes the tiger.’ Carl Jung
Nourishing our thoughts

Considering they’re ephemeral and secret, our thoughts can be amazingly powerful.
Softening into the body – Part 2

One of the easiest way we can allow our bodies to soften is by using our breath.
Softening into the body

‘A tree that cannot bend will crack in the wind. The hard and stiff will be broken; the soft and supple will prevail.’ Lao Tzu