Our Mindful Nature {Formerly The Mindful Minute}
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While on my winter sabbatical at the end of 2023, I had the profound privilege of reading Jacqueline Suskin’s newest book, A Year in Practice; Seasonal Rituals & Prompts to Awaken Cycles of Creative Expression, and subsequently chatting with her. I’m delighted to share this conversation with you today as a spark of inspiration, a nudge to burrow in, and an invitation to connect fully with the season of winter.
My favorite area of exploration is the intersection of contemplative practices, nature and creativity. Jacqueline explores this intersection in depth as a poet and educator who has been teaching workshops, writing books, hosting retreats, and creating spontaneous poetry around the world since 2009.
In this conversation, we chat about
06:12 The Impact of Seasons on Practice
10:56 The Cycle of Forgetfulness
13:33 The Influence of Seasons on Creative Expression
19:26 The Practice of Rest in Winter
28:20 Creating a Retreat at Home
33:33 The Role of Dreams in Creativity
39:32 The Power of Journal Review
50:32 Winter Reflections and Practices
Listeners, that journal review process was a revelation (imagine a mind blown emoji here!) and I plan on embarking on this process immediately!
At the end of the conversation, Jacqueline shares a winter prompt inspired by the lesson of nature and how it might serve as a mirror for us. Don’t miss it.
You can learn more about Jacqueline and order her new book via her website: jacquelinesuskin.com.
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Sabbatical
Mini Meditation: Time Is Yours To Play With
Spiritual Physics {part 2}
Mini Meditation: Fully Embody Your Space
Spiritual Physics {part 1}
Mini Meditation: Self-Care Reflection
The Path to Kindness with James Crews
Mini Meditation: Defining Your Values with Dr. Andrew Newberg
Spirituality & Meditation; An Interview with Dr. Andrew Newberg
Mini Meditation: A Practice of Unity
Can Meditation Unite Us? {part 3}
Mini Meditation: Lovingkindness for Our Mama Hearts
REPLAY: For The Mamas
Mini Meditation: Have Faith
Can Meditation Unite Us? {part 2}
Mini Meditation: Personal Renewal
Can Meditation Unite Us? {part 1}
Mini Meditation: How We Grow
Rhizomatic Meditation
Mini Meditation: Entangled
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