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BEST of PONDER on THIS for Monday, August 28th, 2023 by Donald Altman in ONE MINUTE MINDFULNESS

“When was the last time you thanked your body for all it does for you on a daily basis? The “inward smile” is an ancient practice, a way to deeply honor the body by acknowledging it and sending it gratitude. … Continue reading

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BEST of PONDER on THIS for Tuesday, April 25th, 2023 by Donald Altman in THE MINDFULNESS CODE

“What if you have a racing mind that just won’t stop worrying about all those little problems waiting for you the next day? As part of your sleep ritual, you many want to place a pad of paper next to … Continue reading

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BEST of PONDER on THIS for Tuesday, August 30th, 2022 by Donald Altman in THE MINDFULNESS CODE

“The next time you feel impatient or ill at ease, pause right where you are and don’t be so quick to run off to something else. Instead, simply notice whatever feelings (perhaps frustration, impatience, boredom) or thoughts precede your rejection … Continue reading

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BEST of PONDER on THIS for Friday, June 3rd, 2022 by Donald Altman in THE MINDFULNESS CODE

“If you truly want to change your life, you must first be willing to change your mind. This requires using the mind to look inward and observe its own workings. What is it attracted to, repelled by, confused by, or … Continue reading

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BEST of PONDER on THIS for Tuesday, March 29th, 2022 by Donald Altman in ONE MINUTE MINDFULNESS

“How do you feel about the work that you do each day? Do you appreciate all that work provides you, or do you wish you were somewhere else doing something else? Do you find ways to appreciate others, or do … Continue reading

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BEST of PONDER on THIS for Thursday, January 20th, 2022 by Donald Altman in ONE MINUTE MINDFULNESS

“Perfectionism is unforgiving. It demands nothing less than achieving total success by meeting the highest standards of excellence. To do less is to be mired in mediocrity and steeped in failure. Perfectionism offers the promise of control, leading us to … Continue reading

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BEST of PONDER on THIS for Thursday, December 16th, 2021 by Donald Altman in THE MINDFULNESS CODE

“When caught in the grip of craving, you can surf along with it and ride it out with curiosity and observation. What does it feel like in each moment? You can ride cravings waves without trying to control, eliminate, or … Continue reading

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BEST of PONDER on THIS for Monday, November 29th, 2021 by Donald Altman in ONE MINUTE MINDFULNESS

“The next minute is not what we think it will be – not even close. But it can be what we decide to focus on. If we constantly look for what’s missing from our lives – that big house, dream … Continue reading

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BEST of PONDER on THIS for Thursday, November 11th, 2021 by Donald Altman in THE MINDFULNESS CODE

“How strong a force is intention? Does setting an intention really work? If you’re not sure about the power of intention, think for a moment about all the items in your household and your life at this moment. None of … Continue reading

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BEST of PONDER on THIS for Thursday, June 10th, 2021 by Donald Altman in THE MINDFULNESS CODE

“If you are being pulled down in to the quicksand of not having enough, of wanting more, of focusing on what is missing n your life, pause to consider what we are all given in any moment – the sunlight, … Continue reading

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BEST of PONDER on THIS for Friday, April 23rd, 2021 by Donald Altman in THE MINDFULNESS CODE

“How many breaths do you take in a day? Close your eyes and count your breaths for the next minute. If you do the math, you will discover that we take approximately twenty thousand breaths a day. And yet, how … Continue reading

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BEST of PONDER on THIS for Thursday, March 18th, 2021 by Donald Altman in THE MINDFULNESS CODE

Compiler’s Note: Today marks the 22nd Anniversary of the first “Ponder on This.” Time sure does fly doesn’t it? “Words are like a living clay with which we shape our relationships. Wise speech can built trust; unkind speech can cause … Continue reading

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BEST of PONDER on THIS for Monday, January 25th, 2021 by Donald Altman in THE MINDFULNESS CODE

“Here is something to contemplate: Only living food that grows on our planet is suitable for our bodies to transform into the energy and sustenance we need. How could our bodies possibly achieve this miracle if we were not made … Continue reading

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BEST of PONDER on THIS for Friday, January 1st, 2021 by Donald Altman in THE MINDFULNESS CODE

“PRACTICING MINDFULNESS DOES NOT MEAN that we won’t still find ourselves overcome with doubt. There will be periods when purpose is hard to find, when the journey seems like a chore, and when you’re not sure if your values and … Continue reading

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BEST of PONDER on THIS for Wednesday, October 21st, 2020 by Donald Altman in THE MINDFULNESS CODE

“There is a story of how the Buddha once gave a talk to hundreds of monks, only to have them disagree and walk out on him. Did the Buddha then try to spin his message to get high approval ratings … Continue reading

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