Comments on: Bif Naked is my bright mantra ~ Everyday

By: Patrick

Patrick — Sat, 21 Aug 2010 01:24:15 +0000

So, how did you and Mr. Levine get on? I’m curious if the book was as helpful for you as it proved to be for me.

By: karen

karen — Fri, 21 May 2010 07:59:57 +0000

Thanks for that tip Patrick….I have just purchased that book and will add it to my box of “essentials” (-vs- crap) to take on my roadtrip.
I’m hoping to try it out (the meditation) at a couple of stops along the way – I’ll let you know how I get on :)

By: Patrick

Patrick — Sun, 16 May 2010 21:10:34 +0000

I should blog about that breathing method. Well, I have, but I should blog about the book I learned that practice from, Stephen Levine's A Gradual Awakening. That simple breath exercise is a gentle introduction to meditation, and Levine's book is an insightful, illuminating read which expands that exercise into a full meditation practice. I'm about due for a re-read.

By: karen

karen — Sun, 16 May 2010 15:28:31 +0000

Thanks Patrick…this song should be everybodys mantra

It’s amazing how effective it is….I’ve listened to it a few times and….it works! It just sends a buzz of hope coursing through my body, and simple though the message is, it has my spirits soaring while listening to it.

Your “breathing in….breathing out”….technique is also a godsend. You had previously suggested I try that when I was having difficulty coping and sleeping due to a personal crisis, and just of late, I have had nights where insomnia was my only friend….at 1am, 2am, 4am …and I remembered your words, and calmed my mind with “breathe in, breathe out” and…before too long Zzzzzz.

I’ve added “Everyday” to my personal inspiration playlist and know it will instill the thought that “the way things are today, are not the way they will always be” everytime I listen to it