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Mindfulness meditation has existed for over 2,500 years. However, over the past few years, its popularity has exploded among people curious to know more about the practice and its benefits. As a mindfulness meditation teacher and doctor, I created a global campaign, Mindful in May, six years ago. I hoped to teach people mindfulness exercises…
Read MoreLast year one of the most popular guest video interviews amongst more than 16 that were offered as part of the Mindful in May program was with the poetic and very wise Mark Nepo. If you missed it, get inspired about what’s to come by watching this 2-minute video trailer where he shares reflections from…
Read More If the United Nations gave you a chance to vote for your special “international-day-of [fill in the blank]” what cause or passion would you choose to bring to people’s attention? Working out what we most value sometimes only happens when we lose it, or when we witness how little others in the world have.…
Read MoreIs there any better way to reconnect with yourself than with a free guided meditation? The team at Mindful in May don’t think so! Thousands around the world are taking the Mindful in May 10-minute a day meditation challenge for a global cause this May. Register now and learn how to meditate with the world’s…
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Just like our bodies, our minds need training to function at their best. Mindfulness is a form of mental training that supports the mind to be more focused, effective, and present to what we are doing as we are doing it. It’s often described as the practice of bringing your full attention, in an open,…
Read MoreThis year funds raised will go towards building clean water projects in Mali, West Africa. Last campaign together we raised close to $300,000. I’ve created a competition to make spreading the word even more rewarding. When you share Mindful in May with your friends, not only will you be helping to maximise our collective fundraising impact…
Read MoreA Mindful in May Sabbatical… If you’re new to Mindful in May you might be wondering what it’s all about? You can watch this little 2 minute animation to find out more. “Is Mindful in May happening again this year?” you ask. It was my intention to run the campaign again however as I shared…
Read MoreAnd just like that we’re entering the final stretch, soon Mindful in May will be over for another year. Still, we hope the benefits will stay with you in the months and years that follow as you bring mindfulness into your everyday lives. And the funds you’ve raised this month will go on to transform…
Read MoreIf you missed the cut-off date for Mindful in May but you’d still like to access some of the resources including audio meditations, you can find them at the Mind Life Project. Dr Elise Bialylew, the creator of the Mindful in May program, has also created a digital ebook that guides you through a month…
Read MoreOne of our top fundraisers last year, Carmen Hawker got her mum Sue to be Mindful in May with her this year. As a result, Sue had a ‘Ah-ha!’ moment that many of you may relate to or find triggers your own. She’s been kind enough to share it with us. So it turns…
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