As the days are growing longer and brighter, we celebrate spring moving into summer. Lighter times feel good, yet we must experience darkness and suffering to even have a concept of what is bright and wonderful in contrast. The good news and the bad news is that both the pleasant and the unpleasant are temporary. In mindful presence, Lori Furbush In order for the light to shine so brightly, the darkness must be present.
—Sir Francis Bacon Hope might be described as wanting something to happen. Wanting, however, can be experienced as grasping and reaching…and then disappointment when it does not come to pass in the way we expected. We might be better served if we think of hope as openly holding space for what is possible and trusting that we can navigate whatever unfolds. In mindful presence, Lori Furbush Out of the mountain of despair, a stone of hope.
―Martin Luther King, Jr. Time is a funny thing. It drags on when we’re unhappy and flies by when we’re having fun. But when we immerse ourselves in the present moment, the concept of time disappears. Only you can choose how you are living this moment. In mindful presence, Lori Furbush The bad news is time flies. The good news is you're the pilot
—Michael Altshuler Strength has many facets. Strength of character is an ability to withstand pressure, to be tough and steadfast. Strength of heart is the courage to be soft, kind, and vulnerable. Strength of mind is to be skillful at choosing your focus. When the mind gets lost in a story of negativity, you have the power to rewrite the script. In mindful presence, Lori Furbush You have power over your mind—not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength
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AuthorLori Furbush teaches Qigong, Yin Yoga, & Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR). She weaves MINDFULNESS & RELAXATION into every moment. Archives
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