Quotes About Mindfulness

Quem não olha, deixa de prestar atenção nas coisas.

Rather than being confined to a separate dimension, martial arts should be an extension of our way of living, of our philosophies, of the way we educate our children, of the job we devote so much of our time to, of the relationships we cultivate, and of the choices we make every day.

Those who have never approached their bodies as temples have no idea of what they are missing. The frog at the bottom of the well sees only a fraction of light and believes it to be the whole sky.

Sweet Jesus, help me to replace the fearful conversation I have inside my head with constant prayer. Whenever I fall into my old habit of worrying interiorly, nudge me. Remind me to put it all in your hands instead. Act

Since we cannot get what we like, let us like what we can get.

If you don't like who you are, don't just change your behavior—change your thoughts.

Settle in the here and now. Reach down into the center where the world is not spinning and drink this holy peace. Feel relief flood into every cell. Nothing to do. Nothing to be but what you are already. Nothing to receive but what flows effortlessly from the mystery into form. Nothing to run from or run toward. Just this breath, Awareness knowing itself as embodiment. Just this breath, awareness waking up to truth.

Perfectionism is not a prerequisite for anything but pain.

All you ever longed for is Before you in this moment If you dare draw in a Breath and whisper "Yes.

If you're short of breath, it's not because you aren't breathing in enough—it's because you're not breathing out enough.

In most cases, having a shortness of breath isn't because you're not breathing in enough—it's because you're not breathing out enough. If you don't empty your lungs fully with each exhale, you'll be "recycling" some of the carbon dioxide left in your lungs from the previous breath, which will lower the concentration of oxygen getting to your muscles.

Purse your lips like you're trying to blow out a candle and when you exhale, pull your belly button in toward your spine by contracting your abs. Use your hand to feel this motion. This will force all of the used air out of the bottom of your lungs.

Eating well and with a true respect for our bodies and the foods we eat is paramount to having a healthy body and maintaining a high-quality lifestyle.

The true purpose of illustrated journaling [is] to celebrate your life. No matter how small or mundane or redundant, each drawing and little essay you write to commemorate an event or an object or a place makes it all the more special.

This day is full of extraordinary things that you are missing. Wonderful sights, like the sun on your counterpane, the hairs on your cat's tail, the cracks in the paint on your radiator, the leaves piling up against the curve. Wonderful smells, wonderful sounds. Wonderful people. Wonderful opportunities. Today is wonderful. But perhaps you have lost your sense of wonder.

Time is short. Don't waste it beating yourself up.

look before you draw and believe what your eyes, not the rest of your head, tell you.

Don't go crazy with art supplies at first. Just get a sketchbook and a pen that'll fit in your bag and keep them with you for when a moment opens up.

Get used to eating cold toast. Draw your breakfast every day. Then eat it.

I just think—' 'Don't think. If you think, you'll never truly get over her. Thinking just extends things.' So I decided not to think.

When Life comes to feed, make sure you are not the main course. - Metaphysical Minute

The wisest are the most annoyed at the loss of time.

Never compare, thats the key for happyness. Learn from others but dont compare yourself to them, make your way and appreciate it.

You dont allways chose what happens to you, but only you can allways chose your attitude. Attitude is your ultimate life tool, sharpen it because you will need it.