by Katherine Mair | Jan 30, 2017 | Breathing Exercises, Mindfulness, Practice Insights
This recorded breathing practice focusses on extending the inhalation. When you extend your inhale you activate the Sympathetic Nervous System which has an energizing effect on the body and creates greater mental alertness. When you listen to the audio recording focus...
by Katherine Mair | Feb 18, 2016 | Mindfulness, Practice Insights
I had a mild epiphany recently. I say mild because it wasn’t necessarily one of those oh-my-god lightning bolt moments. Rather it was a small thought that passed through my head. It quietly resonated. Then it stayed with me. It was simply this – “I’m not busy”....
by Katherine Mair | Dec 21, 2015 | Daily Life, Mindfulness, Practice Insights
The festive season has become such a busy time. Yet it’s also a time to pause, reflect and celebrate. That makes it a wonderful time to say thank you. The simple act of expressing gratitude can make us feel better – and there is plenty of research to this effect*. It...
by Katherine Mair | Nov 23, 2015 | Breathing Exercises, Mindfulness, Practice Insights, Relaxation
We have a profound and powerful tool at our disposal to approach challenges with a greater sense of equanimity. And it is quite literally under our nose. It is the breath. To breathe in. To breathe out. With conscious awareness. It’s positively inspiring to...
by Katherine Mair | Oct 6, 2015 | Daily Life, Home Practice, Mindfulness, Practice Insights, Uncategorized
Wondering where to start with all this mindfulness mumbo jumbo? It’s really rather simple. Here’s some suggestion for fostering mindfulness in your day: MORNING Waking – take 3 slow breaths before you get out of bed. Bathroom – look in the mirror and make an...
by Katherine Mair | Sep 4, 2015 | Mindfulness, Practice Insights, Relaxation
According to Jon Kabat-Zinn to be ‘mindful’ is to pay “attention in a particular way; on purpose, in the present moment, and non judgmentally” (Kabat-Zinn is the father of modern mindfulness). Cultivating mindfulness enables you to be more focussed and fully present....
