Quotes About Mindfulness

I want to be aware of the minutes and the seconds, and to make each one count.

there's one thing I do want. I want to be aware of the minutes and the seconds, and to make each one count.

Yes, there's one thing I do want. I want to be aware of the minutes and the seconds, and to make each one count.

only when we have a respect for time will we have learned something of the art of living.

attention to the reactions of your body. It is the wisdom of the self speaking to you. Be aware of concern, of anticipation, of all the feelings that come from the self. They manifest in the body. What is their counsel?

Maurice's maxim: "To solve a problem, take it for a walk.

Those of us who have reached our more mature years know the value of a nap, Maisie, and we can indulge ourselves without the comfort of pillow or bed.

Never fear going in circles, Maisie. The next time around, you'll see something you missed before—that's if your mind is open. And you will be different, and it will be better. Experience, Maisie. Knowledge of yourself. And when you have knowledge, you have wisdom. If your mind is open, and your heart is willing.

Maisie gathered her thoughts and sought to banish the sound of nothing at all

Watch the image, and let it go. Take note of it, know that it is there, and allow it to move away, across the landscape of your mind's eye. Allow yourself to see connections, Maisie. Then go to the case map, and plan your next move.

And we've both learned the value of allowing only the very best pictures into our minds—so instead of imagining the terrible alternatives, make sure you see your son walking into the house and calling your name. See him coming home. Always see him coming home. Every time you think of something untoward, banish it straightaway—restrict your mind to the most wonderful thoughts of your boys.

but remember that each day you are weaving a memory. Make sure you don't look back at these times through a veil of tears.

Memories come out of nowhere, sometimes, don't they? Like a splinter long in the finger finally rises to the surface. Pluck it out, and the pain goes—and you realize there has been discomfort all along, but you have lived with it.

I believe in one day and someday and this perfect moment called Now .

we seem to be present to ourselves

we need to live fully in the moment and to develop attentive focus on whatever task is at hand.

If you can't get it, immediately forget it).

Aversion, the feeling of repulsion for certain objects or events that we believe bring discomfort, is attachment in reverse

We have to ask ourselves if we are really enjoying life or if we are simply on a roller-coaster ride of cravings, the efforts to fulfill them, and temporary satisfaction.

focused attention results in deeper and subtler perceptions.

Work joyfully and peacefully, knowing that right thoughts and right efforts inevitably bring about right results.

Act is the blossom of thought; and joy and suffering are its fruits; thus does a man garner in the sweet and biter fruitage of his own husbandry

The man who thinks hateful thoughts brings hatred upon himself. The man who thinks loving thoughts is loved.

A man sooner or later discovers that he is the master-gardener of his soul, the director of his life.