One of the keys to developing 'awareness' and focus of the mind - like the exercise of any muscle - is simply consistency and much patience. Whatever I keep turning my attention to - and therefore give energy to - definitely yields fruit over time. But practice is the key and, of course, it also helps if there is support from a community.
This coming May, we are supporting the world's largest online meditation campaign, Mindful in May, through which thousands of people have developed the practice of mindfulness. In addition, the campaign makes a difference by raising funds to bring clean water to those in need in developing countries. Please find details of this campaign, courtesy of Mindful in May, below. (If you sign up, please also look out for a Calm in the City commentary which will be featured as part of the campaign!)
We will also be supporting your mindfulness practice at Federation Square throughout the month of May - every Thursday in the Atrium, 8-8.30am. If you would like a deeper start to the month, following the successful monthly Calm-out-of-the-City day silence retreats which have been running since December, please note that the next retreat is on Saturday 6th May (these retreats are always fully booked - so please book here soon). Please note that there will be no day silence retreats in June or July - and we will resume again in August. We've very much enjoyed sharing these day retreats with you - and the building and sustaining of the experience of peace in turn.
So we look forward to connecting soon - and wish you a lovely mindful month in May.
With all good wishes - the Calm in the City team.
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Mindful in May 2017 - here’s a sneak peak inside.
Have you been meaning to learn mindfulness meditation or maybe just need motivation to get back on track?
Join thousands who are registered for the world’s largest online mindfulness campaign to raise money for a global cause. Don’t miss the Mindful in May global one month online program, starting May 1st, featuring guided meditations and fascinating video interviews with the world’s most best teachers.
When you join Mindful in May you’ll get one month’s access to:
A world class online mindfulness program delivered to your inbox starting May 1st.
Guided audio meditations
Exclusive video interviews with world leaders in the field including Joseph Goldstein, Sharon Salzberg, Judson Brewer, Tara Brach, James Doty, Mark Nepo, Sara Lazar and many more…
Daily emails to support you in making meditation a habit
A private Facebook community to keep you accountable, support your daily practice and answer your questions about meditation.
Daily text messages to give you that friendly nudge you need to remember to meditate
An opportunity to help make a positive difference in the world by donating and fundraising to transform the lives of those in need of clean water.
Don’t miss your chance to learn mindfulness skills for greater calm, clarity and effectiveness in your life AND make a positive difference in the lives of those in need of clean, safe drinking water.
Calm in the City is a not-for-profit venture which listens and engageswith the city communities to bring calm into the heart of the city.
We respectfully acknowledge that all Calm in the City events in Melbourne take place on the lands of the Kulin nations.
Community Initiative supported by Brahma Kumaris Australia - Melbourne mailing address:
Meditation Centre, Bookshop and Quiet Room
256 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy
