Godsfield Companion: Mindfulness : The guide to principles, practices and more

The art of being with "what is" - the ability to be mindful - is perhaps more important than ever before in these changing times.With mindfulness we can truly help ourselves, even when we are alone, to remain strong, reduce fear, find our focus and discover moments of joy. In this comprehensive and practical guide, mindfulness expert Dr Patrizia Collard explains the principles, with easy-to-follow practices, of mindful living - how it benefits our everyday wellbeing, the science behind it and how to use it to improve and nourish relationships, work life and mental health. Contents include:- Chapter 1: Awakening to MindfulnessIncluding Understanding mindfulness, Opening up to a new way of living and Breaking habits with mindfulness- Chapter 2: Relationships and Mental WellbeingIncluding Mindfulness for secure relationships, Mindfulness & parenting and Improving relationships with all beings- Chapter 3: Food and SleepIncluding Mindful eating, Mindfulness for connecting with sleep and Meditation to reduce cravings- Chapter 4: The Gifts of Later LifeIncluding Mindful ageing, Inspirational elders and Connecting with loss- Chapter 5: Your Ongoing JourneyIncluding Mindfulness and invoking joy, Mindful art and craft and A mindfulness journey, week by week