Mindful London invites you to slow down, wake up & be present to the everyday in a more meaningful way, in one of the world`s greatest cities. For Londoners & visitors looking to enhance their experience of the city, & for those curious about mindfulness, this is your essential guide. It features quiet & peaceful places to retreat to in the middle of the chaos, from the silence & sanctuary of libraries, museums & churches to the rejuvenating influence of nature found in London`s myriad green spaces & waterways. It

Includes:: suggestions for things to do that will help you de-stress & re-energise, from yoga & tai chi to wild swimming & other more restorative forms of exercise, to mindful ways to appreciate London`s architecture, art & music, as well as the city`s more informal sights & sounds. However, mindfulness is really all about being more present, awake & aware in all elements of our daily lives. At the core of this book you will find simple mindfulness exercises, reflections & reminders that are easy to incorporate into your busy day: on the Tube, bus or walking to work, while eating a quick lunch, working out at the gym, waiting in a queue or at the red light. Mindful London is the secret to living a more balanced life in the big city.

Features: the best green spaces, waterways & wildlife, & the importance of nature to mindful city living; how to take a fresh look at art & notice the city`s everyday architectural details; exercises for mindful commuting, whether you are on the bus, the train or walking to work; peaceful interiors, hideaways & sanctuaries; mindful listening, from music to the sounds of the city; Yoga, tai chi, mindful running, wild swimming & other forms of mindful movement; & practical mindfulness techniques to try throughout & a guide to mindfulness & meditation centres, groups, events & courses.



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Mindful Origami is your step-by-step guide on mastering the art of origami. Featuring a 72 page fully illustrated book, Origami, featuring easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions. Fifteen beautiful models are included, & there is plenty of variety. There are four categories of model: Traditional

Includes:: classic models like the peace crane, a junk & boxes. Contemporary consists of modern takes on the world of Origami. Examples include flying birds, yachts & fascinating modular shapes. Action is made up of models that move, including a jumping frog & a talking bear. The Advanced section contains more challenging models: bigger, better & more complicated. Thanks to the high level of detailed instruction in the book, it will be possible for everyone to build all of the models featured after relatively llittle experience with paper folding.

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Tap into a powerful mind-body connection to optimize performance & boost happiness-on & off the running trails. What if the key to improving your running, shaping your body, & boosting your happiness was all in your mind? In Mindful Running, lifelong runner, coach, & fitness journalist Mackenzie L. Havey recounts her personal practice of meditative running & the influence it has had on her life. She taps a wide range of sources-from weekend warriors to Olympic runners, from coaches & sports psychologists to neuroscientists & meditation experts-to examine how training mental fitness through mindfulness can enhance your running practice & lead to a more contented existence. The research is clear: Mindfulness changes the very structure of the brain. Paired with physical training, mindful running has the potential to give you an edge when you`re out logging miles, as well as help you hone the ability to exist in the present, endure challenges & hardship with ease & find greater happiness in all things big & small. Mindful running is a total body & mind fitness regimen with serious benefits that continue even when the race is over. Regardless of your fitness level, the Mindful Running process is the same: We focus in on the body, mind & surroundings & begin to notice what thoughts, feelings & sensations exist in that moment; we fathom that information, consider how it all fits together from a holistic standpoint, & decide if we need to make adjustments; & by following these steps we enter flow, a state that embodies present moment awareness, concentration, confidence, optimal performance & joy. ...

Cycling is about more than competitive racing, lycra, & physical endurance; it`s about joy, meditative wonder & spiritual enrichment. Mindful Thoughts for Cyclists presents a series of focused meditations on why & how cycling can be a powerful practice of mindful awareness. From the pleasure of riding down a hill, to finding the upsides of a flat, Nick Moore steers us on an enlightening journey through the true value of riding a bicycle. ...

Noticing & appreciating the awesome nature of birdlife is a spiritually affirming activity-reconnecting us to the natural world each & every day. Mindful Thoughts for Birdwatchers presents a meaningful flock of enriching thoughts on the interconnectedness of nature in this delightfully illustrated little book. From learning to deeply listen to nature`s songsters to discovering hidden birdlife in the city, author Adam Ford is an enlightening guide to why birdwatching is vital for a flourishing ecosystem & conscious wellbeing. ...

Embracing cooking as a spiritually-nourishing meditation is a deliciously simple path to reconnecting ourselves to what we eat every day-this beautifully illustrated little book reminds us how to do it. Mindful Thoughts for Cooks presents 25 thoughtful insights into the holistic health & wellbeing we can digest through the everyday process & experience of cooking. Holistic cook Julia Ponsonby shares the true value of eating homemade, real food, mixing together practical & soulful ingredients with a dash of nature`s alchemy, to present a carefully crafted dish that every discerning cook will want to taste & savor. ...

Embracing gardening as a spiritually enriching activity lovingly reconnects us to nature everyday-this beautifully illustrated little book reminds us how to do it. Rooting each blossoming thought in deep ecology & conscious living, we unearth the power inherent in mindfully lifting the soil; it lifts our souls as well. Mindful Thoughts for Gardeners sows a series of meditations about tending the Earth wholeheartedly. Author Clea Danaan explores the interconnectedness of nature in this carefully-crafted small volume that any green-fingered grower will want to dig into. ...

Mindfulness is so much more than a set of routine timed exercises; it`s the transformative practice of conscious living we can nurture by being mindful of the moment. Mindful Thoughts for Walkers explores through a series of succint meditations, how walking is an opportunity to deepen our levels of physical, & spiritual awareness. Adam Ford is an enlightening guide to how mindfulness & walking can help us face the existential questions of ` Who am I?`, ` Where have I come from?`, What am I doing here?`, & ` Where am I going?` From a gentle daily stroll to a brisk hike across the mountaintops, this is a powerful reading companion for rural & urban walker alike. ...

Six million years ago, the evolving human brain existed only to instruct our bodies to move. In Mindful Walking, psychologist Hugh O` Donovan takes us back to this very basic connection between the brain & the body, & looks at how, by focussing on the simple act of moving, we can achieve better emotional & physical health. Uniting this concept of mindfulness in movement along with the three paths of change for a better life
- walking, talking & meditation
- this book shows us how we can better manage the distractions that clog our path to happiness, while also improving our physical well-being. Including simple exercises on how to incorporate mindful walking into our everyday lives, Mindful Walking is for seasoned walkers, city amblers or people learning how to walk again after illness. Take your first steps on the journey to physical health & mental happiness.

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Mindfulness & the Natural World explores what it means to connect with nature & how we can learn from nature to be more mindful in everyday life. Claire Thompson takes us on an engaging journey into the natural world & encourages us to experience its beauty & intrinsic value through the art of mindfulness. Through personal anecdotes & proven insights, she reveals how a deeper awareness of the natural world is key to inspiring us to care about & protect nature, & developing a more sustainable world. ...