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PONDER on THIS for Thursday, May 26th, 2016 by Donald Altman in THE MINDFULNESS CODE

“Social situations often evoke anxiety as well as excitement. This is especially so when we are meeting new people. How can we bridge that gap of awkwardness? How can we begin to know someone better? Some people find it uncomfortable … Continue reading

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PONDER on THIS for Tuesday, October 13th, 2015 by Donald Altman in THE MINDFULNESS CODE

“Ralph Waldo Emerson wrote, “What is a weed? A plant whose virtues have not yet been discovered.” When you think about it, the practice of Intentionally Centering Attention Now is about watching for the mental and emotional weeds that obstruct … Continue reading

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PONDER on THIS for Tuesday, April 14th, 2015 by Donald Altman in THE MINDFULNESS CODE

“When we lost our connection to the body, we lose one of our most important capacities for mindfulness. Right now, raise both of your arms out to your side. Close your eyes, and bring your arms slowly together until your … Continue reading

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PONDER on THIS for Tuesday, July 29th, 2014 by Donald Altman in THE MINDFULNESS CODE

“Being judgmental is not the same as being discriminating and discerning and not the same as evaluating and analyzing in order to arrive at a decision or to make comparisons. A judgmental mind can be a dangerous thing. It gets … Continue reading

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PONDER on THIS for Tuesday, December 24th, 2013 by Donald Altman in THE MINDFULNESS CODE

“It is important to identify the weeds in our life, those persons, situations, emotions, events, and moments that cause us to feel discouraged, unappreciated, helpless, or worthless. A purpose transforms these weeds into a beautiful blossom of rebirth and renewal. … Continue reading

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PONDER on THIS for Thursday, January 10th, 2013 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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PONDER on THIS for Thursday, May 17th, 2012 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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PONDER on THIS for Tuesday, February 21st, 2012 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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PONDER on THIS for Tuesday, August 30th, 2011 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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PONDER on THIS for Thursday, July 28th, 2011 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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PONDER on THIS for Wednesday, February 23rd, 2011 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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PONDER on THIS for Wednesday, January 5th, 2011 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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PONDER on THIS for Friday, November 26th, 2010 by Donald Altman in THE MINDFULNESS CODE

“Words are like a living clay with which we shape our relationships. Wise speech can built trust; unkind speech can cause enduring damage. In our electronic age, words travel faster than ever before. Email messages are often written so quickly … Continue reading

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PONDER on THIS for Monday, October 4th, 2010 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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PONDER on THIS for Monday, September 13th, 2010 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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