The post is about the jackdaw, a sociable and agile bird found in diverse environments. Known for its unique eye communication and acrobatic skills, it thrives in windy conditions. The author shares insights on the bird’s playful nature and social interactions, emphasizing its impressive evening displays and mindful observation experiences. Continue reading Watching Birds – The Jackdaw
National Robin Day on December 21 raises awareness for garden birds and wildlife in winter. Initiated by Songbird Survival in 2016, it highlights the robin, Britain’s national bird. With connections to Christmas cards and Victorian postmen, the robin symbolizes companionship and mindfulness, evoking a deeper connection to nature. Continue reading Watching Birds – The Robin
This piece explores the therapeutic benefits of birdwatching, particularly focusing on starlings. It highlights how observing birds fosters a connection to nature and alleviates stress, serving as a complementary practice to mental health care. The article celebrates starlings’ beauty, especially their winter aerial displays known as murmurations, encouraging outdoor engagement. Continue reading Watching Birds – The Starling
The author reflects on the mindfulness of birdwatching, recalling childhood moments of joy spent observing birds. This activity serves as a reprieve from daily chaos, encouraging appreciation for the present. Birdwatching can be done anywhere and offers mental well-being benefits, reminding adults of the natural mindfulness often inherent in childhood. Continue reading Mindful Birdwatching
Looking to improve your overall wellbeing, please read on and learn about the positive relationship between birdsong and helping to decrease anxiety and negative thoughts. When was the last time you stopped what you were doing to observe and listen to our feathered friends? No matter where you are in the world, we share our space with over 50 billion birds, consisting of 11,000 species. How can birds help improve our Mental Health and Wellbeing? Well, listening to birdsong is an option. It promotes a sense of freedom, and re-balancing your life; imagining being up there in the trees, singing … Continue reading Birdsong for Wellbeing
I thought I would share one of my Mindfulness Meditations. Close your eyes and ask someone to read this out to you for maximum benefit. Imagine you are a bright and beautiful caterpillar. You are full and resting on a leaf. You have eaten, explored, and ready for a rest. Now, take in a deep breath, and imagine yourself becoming more still. You feel calm and settled. Notice the gentle wind passing your body making you relax and feel sleepy. Your chrysalis is beginning to form and wraps around your body and you notice the sensation of being close to … Continue reading Transformation
“Time is like a river. You cannot touch the same water twice, because the flow that has passed will never pass again. Enjoy every moment of your life!” “For what it’s worth… it’s never too late, or in my case too early, to be whoever you want to be. There’s no time limit. Start whenever you want. You can change or stay the same. There are no rules to this thing. We can make the best or the worst of it. I hope you make the best of it. I hope you see things that startle you. I hope you … Continue reading Time is like a River
The talking therapies are a form of storytelling, where many conclusions are possible. A good therapist teaches you to get along with the world, not to blow it up. Mindfulness walks can help you get some peace and quiet in your mind, and help to offload some of the negativity surrounding your life. Come and join me for an hour that will start to change your life. Continue reading A good therapist
Mindfulness in Nature Mindfulness is a form of meditation which has been proven to have a variety of benefits. Mindfulness refers to heightened awareness of what is going on within and around you, in the present moment, in a non-judgemental way. Awareness of the benefits of mindfulness in the workplace is growing, and it is increasingly being adopted by leaders and staff alike to help them perform better in complex fast-changing and unpredictable environments. Applying the principles of mindfulness to the outdoors brings a walk in the woods to a new level of intensity. It’s all about submerging yourself in … Continue reading Mindfulness in Nature
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