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Cultivating mindfulness is the key to overcoming suffering and recognizing natural wisdom: both our own and others'.

Mindfulness meditation is unique in that it is not directed toward getting us to be different from how we already are. Instead, it helps us become aware of what is already true moment by moment.

Instead of struggling to get away from experiences we find difficult, we practice being able to be with them.

In mindfulness, or shamatha, meditation, we are trying to achieve a mind that is stable and calm. What we begin to discover is that this calmness or harmony is a natural aspect of the mind.

There are certain conditions that are helpful for the practice of mindfulness. When we create the right environment it’s easier to practice.

Often we just plop ourselves down to meditate and just let the mind take us wherever it may. We have to create a personal sense of discipline. When we sit down, we can remind ourselves: “I’m here to work on my mind. I’m here to train my mind.” It’s okay to say that to yourself when you sit down, literally. We need that kind of inspiration as we begin to practice.

is a spiritual or psychological faculty (indriya) that, according to the teaching of the Buddha, is considered to be of great importance in the path to enlightenment.

Enlightenment (bodhi) is a state of being in which greed, hatred and delusion (Pali: moha) have been overcome, abandoned and are absent from the mind. Mindfulness, which, among other things, is an attentive awareness of the reality of things (especially of the present moment) is an antidote to delusion and is considered as such a 'power'

Mindfulness exercises have been shown to help people stay on course and to better manage difficult thoughts, feelings and experiences.

When you are mindful, you are better able to take in information from your environment and choose an appropriate response, rather than reacting based from a history of bad experiences and old habits.

“TIME is but the stream I go fishing in”.

With acceptance comes a sense of wonder; each warm day passing to the timeless thrum of cicadas rather than the ticking of the clock.

Wild Mindfulness offers a chance to attend mindfully to the wild interconnections that define us.

I have found that getting away for a few days fishing recharges my batteries and helps me get through that boredom of work and some parts of life.

When I am fishing/camping I find all of my issues  seem to just fade away leaving me with a overwhelming feeling of peace

Connecting to one's humanity is found not in fame and glory, but in an inner stillness that is best cultivated in the natural world. In nature, the calm external environment encourages inner peace.

I credit the woods behind my childhood home for being a lifeline to the magical brilliance in its leafy reality.

Everything in the woods made sense

Our being resonates with the sight of a flower, sound of birds, feeling of the breeze.

In the nature meditations, we focus our awareness on the experience of nature — sight, sound, touch, smell (and perhaps even taste).

Just sitting still, using the yogic breath (slowly in, hold, slowly out, hold) is usually enough to allow the vibrations from the amazing forest and earth beneath me to bring me into a state of bliss.

I meditate outside everyday, regardless of the weather.

This nature walk is about becoming more sensitive to the environment and the extraordinary fact that you are alive. And the fresh air and sunshine will wake your body up and set your rhythm for the day.

This meditation needs to be performed outside where you are physically present with Mother Earth and the Universe that surrounds her.  Find a quiet place outside, where you are away from other people, traffic noises, and alone with the beautiful sounds of nature.

Grounding is simply a word that describes the strengthening of your connection with earth.  It is an exercise that should be performed each morning as well as before meditation.  The process of grounding helps you to remain anchored in this dimension as you move through other dimensions in this meditation.

To ground yourself, close your eyes, breathe gently and deeply.  Imagine that there is a strong energy that flows up and down your spine, and then down through both legs.  Stay with this energy as it moves up and down your spine and legs – it’s a powerful energy.

Many believe that outdoor activities and recreation can play a significant roll in the healing process of Americans.

What is so soothing about nature? Why do people talk about nature and relaxation? Can nature help you to relax?

We are drawn to nature and wilderness. We go hiking, we love gardening, we swim in the ocean or in the lakes. We go for walks, or we go camping, and we sit by the campfire staring at the night sky.

We know that spending time in nature makes us feel good.

Fishing has a pretty good rep as a relaxing pastime, but it actually goes a lot further than that

The therapeutic effect derives from the fact that fishing brings together mental relaxation, low-impact exercise and, very often, social camaraderie.

The fact that fishing can be relaxing should be no great surprise. It often involves travelling to beautiful quiet locations and sitting looking out upon the water, whilst waiting for a fish to bite. The location with its sights, sounds and smells can be instantly relaxing. Imagine closing your eyes and hearing just the slow rise and fall of the waves and inhaling the scent of the sea air. Fishing provides time to think and is an escape from a hectic day job or from having to deal with screaming kids.

Some anglers will prefer to fish alone but, equally, many prefer to fish with a friend or friends. This can allow you to engage in some friendly banter whilst you wait for the first fish to be caught.

A state of mind that is calm, mindful, accepting, non-judging and intentional.

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And scans show mindfulness may change the way our brains function and help us improve attention, reduce stress hormones and even bounce back faster from negative information.

“Intentionally paying attention to the present nonjudgmentally”