Few concepts are as misunderstood as the concept of karma. It’s often perceived as a kind of reward and punishment system that is woven into the fabric of the universe. People may assume that the more good deeds they do, the more they will be rewarded with good...
A loss in my life in this last week has deeply touched the most vulnerable places in my heart and brought home my awareness of impermanence. How can we heal in times of loss and change? How can we find acceptance, grace and compassion in the face of impermanence? How...
Do you ever find yourself stuck in unhelpful habits or addictions like overeating, overspending or drinking too much coffee or alcohol? Ever been in that place where you try and try to change through the force of willpower again and again but find yourself right back...
When I teach my mindfulness retreats and courses I like to share poetry, quotes and passages about mindfulness. Mindfulness poetry like this conveys important messages for our lives and our meditation practice. People always ask me for these poems at the end of the...
The Buddha was a wellspring of wisdom and clarity. He gave so many wonderful, clear and concise teachings. Here are my favourite three bits of advice that he ever gave to his disciples… 1.“Peace comes from within. Do not seek it without.” Buddha states here,...
“It is one thing to talk eloquently on the subject of mindfulness and it is another thing to actually practice mindfulness. Melli is one of those select few who walks her talk.”
May you be safe and protected.
May you be free from suffering.
May you be healthy and happy.
May you live with ease… https://t.co/A0hPmGRknf - Sunday Feb 16 - 11:25pm
“Peace comes within the souls of men when they realize their oneness with the universe.”
Black Elk
#peacehttps://t.co/bcdR1PoueJ - Saturday Feb 15 - 11:21pm
“In a world full of doing-doing-doing, it’s important to take some time to simply be.”
- Melli O’Brien
#melliobrienhttps://t.co/EwjPNUgA5W - Wednesday Feb 12 - 1:17am
