Awake in the Wild: Mindfulness in Nature as a Path of Self-Discovery“Nature deficit disorder” has become an increasingly challenging problem in our hypermodern world. In Awake in the Wild, Mark Coleman shows seekers how to remedy this widespread malady by reconnecting with nature through Buddhism. Each short (two to three pages) chapter includes a concrete nature meditation relating to such topics as Attuning to the Natural World, Reflecting the Rhythms of Nature, Walking with Compassion, Releasing the Inner Noise, Freeing the Animal Within, Coming into the Peace of Wild Things, Weathering the Storms of Life, and more. Incorporating anecdotes from the author’s many nature retreats, Buddhist wisdom and teachings, important nature writings by others, and nature itself, the book invites readers to participate in, not just observe, nature; develop a loving connection with the earth as a form of environmental activism; decrease urban alienation through experiencing nature; embody nature’s peaceful presence; and connect with ancient spiritual wisdom through nature meditations. |
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... sensations where the body touches the earth. Sit with as much ease as possible, relaxing your shoulders, belly, eyes, and jaw. Breathe naturally, without struggle or strain, and feel the full movement of your breathing. Feel the cool ...
... sensations where the body touches the earth. Sit with as much ease as possible, relaxing your shoulders, belly, eyes, and jaw. Breathe naturally, without struggle or strain, and feel the full movement of your breathing. Feel the cool ...
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... senses. Pay attention to your body and heart while doing this, and notice if you feel warmth, care, attraction, or love. Notice which bodily sensations accompany those feelings. You might also imagine what you would say 12 AWAKE IN THE ...
... senses. Pay attention to your body and heart while doing this, and notice if you feel warmth, care, attraction, or love. Notice which bodily sensations accompany those feelings. You might also imagine what you would say 12 AWAKE IN THE ...
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... sensation appeared on my mouth, like it was being covered. Curiosity got the better of me and I opened my eyes. “A small spider had woven a delicate web over my mouth and secured its gossamer thread on an eyelash. I felt an exquisite ...
... sensation appeared on my mouth, like it was being covered. Curiosity got the better of me and I opened my eyes. “A small spider had woven a delicate web over my mouth and secured its gossamer thread on an eyelash. I felt an exquisite ...
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... sensations of your body touching the earth. When you reopen your eyes to the sky, maintain a gentle connection with your breath and body. You can do this meditation for thirty minutes or so, as regularly as you like. After this ...
... sensations of your body touching the earth. When you reopen your eyes to the sky, maintain a gentle connection with your breath and body. You can do this meditation for thirty minutes or so, as regularly as you like. After this ...
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... sensation in your body, or an emotion, as if noticing it for the first time. How would you experience that differently? What if you could bring your beginner's mind to interactions with the people you know, letting go of all your ideas ...
... sensation in your body, or an emotion, as if noticing it for the first time. How would you experience that differently? What if you could bring your beginner's mind to interactions with the people you know, letting go of all your ideas ...
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Awake in the Wild: Mindfulness in Nature as a Path of Self-Discovery Mark Coleman Limited preview - 2010 |
Awake in the Wild: Mindfulness in Nature as a Path of Self-discovery Mark Coleman Limited preview - 2006 |
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