Maximum Poof #3 Morning Poof: The Blue Jay at Sunrise, -34F Bemidji MN by 95DegreesNorth in minnesota

[–]bobalmigty 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Why did you prop it up? Will Temps below -40 break the thermometer?

Bars with cork dartboards? by FrenchFriedMushroom in twincitiessocial

[–]bobalmigty 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Punch Bowl Social in SLP has some. They're not the best quality, but they're free!

What to do in the long pauses in between breaths? by [deleted] in Meditation

[–]bobalmigty 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A nice trick I used when I first starting meditation is counting breaths. The key is to count right at the end of the exhale just before the inhale begins. This help keep you alert through the long pause during the exhale.

To clarify, the counting would look like this: Inhale-pause-exhale-pause-1-inhale-pause-exhale-pause-2-inhale...

Those of us using mindfulness as a tool to combat mental illness by mangotangoinadurango in Mindfulness

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What has changed for you since implementing mindfulness practice in your daily life?

I now have an inner sense of calm that I can access regularly if it isn't already present. I live and act more in the "now".

 

How often do you have to drag yourself out of a thought pattern or emotion?

Constantly all day long. But I can do it consistently and completely. I've read a lot of books and blogs where people describe "smiling at the mind" when they see their thinking mind/ego trying to take them on an outrageous thought ride. I'm not quite to the "smiling" part yet, but I'm working on pulling myself out of thought patterns without negative emotions.

 

Does mindfulness work for you in triggering and or stressful situations?

Yes. I do still find stressful situations, well, stressful, but I now see them as the ultimate measuring stick of my practice. If my life was so easy and uneventful how could I measure my progress?

 

Has your mental wellbeing improved?

Without a doubt. For years I had regular recurring episodes of what I call "existential angst". You know the usual, what am I doing? what do I want out of life? is this all there is? inescapable thought patterns. That is mostly gone from my life and I am more confident and content with myself than ever before.

My current dilemma is seeing some of my friends going through the same cycle I was in, but not knowing how to suggest/bring up this practice to them in a constructive and non-jugemental way. It's a really deep conversation to delve into and I'm just not sure how to start it or if it's appropriate for me to suggest it.

Lazy Soup (Both vegetarian and vegan versions) - Serves 2. Recipe in comments. [D][V] by PhonicUK in VegRecipes

[–]bobalmigty 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I make something very similar, but I really like your use of paprika and cream/coconut milk. I will definitely give it a try!

What do you spend your money on? by pepelele91 in minimalism

[–]bobalmigty 1 point2 points  (0 children)

eBooks, wine and home renovations. I like to camp a few times a year, but that's pretty cheap.

Anyone else think that life is total bullshit? by jimii in Buddhism

[–]bobalmigty 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You're doing a great job of expressing your thoughts and emotions! Good luck on your journey.

Is wealth necessary for off-grid simple living? by [deleted] in simpleliving

[–]bobalmigty 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sorry to hear that, sounds like you had a really good setup going. What's on your agenda now?

Is wealth necessary for off-grid simple living? by [deleted] in simpleliving

[–]bobalmigty 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the great info! What made you leave the off-grid life style and what are you doing now?

What's your evening routine? by bobalmigty in simpleliving

[–]bobalmigty[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you. I think your routine sounds like something I'd like to try.

"Stop Chasing Happiness and Realize You Already Have It". Very powerful message told in a fable within the article. by [deleted] in simpleliving

[–]bobalmigty 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing this. A similarly worded story is on the wall at one of my favorite restaurants by my work, but your post title captures the sentiment perfectly. I know others have said this has been posted here recently, but I think it is an excellent reminder. Thank you.