Articles
Mindful Parenting
Sarah van Gelder talks with Jon and Myla Kabat-Zinn about how the Buddhist concept of mindfulness can help us to see the wholeness and beauty of our children in each moment. Read the article >
De-clutter your mind
by Jane Feinmann
The Independent
Mindfulness is a new, mysticism-free meditation technique that Americans are using to chase away the stresses of daily life. And experts believe it can also help us beat depression - for good.
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Train your Mind, Change your Brain
How a new science reveals our extraordinary potential to transform ourselves
By Sharon Begley, Foreward by the Dalai Lama
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Finding Daylight: Mindful Recovery from Depression
By Zindel Segal
Psychotherapy Networker: January/February 2008
Mindfulness isn't a skill that comes naturally. If you want to anchor your attention to what's happening in the present moment, you must actively engage your mind's natural tendency to fly all over the place.
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Links
themindfulparent.org
Mindful Parenting is a contemplative practice through which our connection to our child, and awareness of our child’s presence, helps us become better grounded in the present moment
www.simplicityparenting.com
Kim John Payne's book and website, Simplicity Parenting: Using the Extraordinary Power of Less to Raise Calmer, Happier, and More Secure Kids, gives parents both an inspirational movement and a blueprint for change.
www.mindsightinstitute.com
Dr. Dan Siegel founded the Mindsight Institute, an educational center devoted to promoting insight, compassion, and empathy in individuals, families, institutions, and communities.
www.susankaisergreenland.com
The Inner Kids mindful awareness program for children, teens and their families.
www.mindfuled.org
Communication among all educators, parents, students and any others interested in promoting contemplative practice (mindfulness) in educational settings
Local Resources:
www.santafechildren.com
A comprehensive resource for New Mexico familes and kids. Schools, sports, arts, activities and more!
www.duvalmeditation.com
Mindfulness for Health, Healing, and Stress Reduction in Albuquerque, New Mexico
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