Mindfulness Not Just for Buddhists Anymore

Mindfulness plays a central role in the teachings of Buddhism. Mindfulness involves realizing that our minds are constantly commenting on the world, and that those comments are not concrete or lasting. Practioners of Mindfulness feel free to let go of those commentary-thoughts and live in the world rather than getting caught up in flimsy webs of thought that do damage...or rather cause suffering.

Recently, the concept of Mindfulness has caught on. More and more books are being published that employ the idea and practice of Mindfulness but have less of a Buddhist focus. Here are some of the titles you can check out at Dayton Metro Library:

On Becoming an Artist by Ellen Langer offers a Mindful approach to Creativity. Mindful Dreaming by David Gordon shows that paying attention to dreams can keep us in touch with our emotions. Life is a Verb by Patti Digh urges you to live intentionally. Secrets of the Lean Plate Club by Sally Squires is about Mindful eating, a sane way to diet. Calming Your Anxious Mind by Jeffrey Brantley teaches you to free yourself from fears and anxieties. The Five Good Minutes series, also by Jeffrey Brantley, are each on a different topic and can serve as an excellent (and quick) introduction to Mindful living. And Mindful Woman by Sue Thoele offers calming techniques to help women balance their busy lives.

-- Tim, Main Library