” If you only have 1 free minute today: Go limp. Settle into the most comfortable position possible. Inhale deeply, hold your breath a second or two, then relax your body — especially the muscles in your face — as you exhale. Become aware of any physical sensation you’re feeling. Your body will repay the… Read more »
Posts By: Mariana
#tds2402 Words as a quiet moment
Conceptual artist Robert Montgomery suggests that in a world that bombards us with images, words can be a moment of pause in a hectic world. Here is one of his Light Poems for you to pause with words today. You can view more on his website. And if you are interested in learning more about… Read more »
#tds2401 All you need is 20 seconds…
We often find it hard to take risks in life, especially when these involve vulnerability with another; those memorable times in our lives when we wish we could suspend the monkey mind and just take a chance. The idea of 20 seconds of courage from this film can may be encourage us to suspend thought for… Read more »
#tds2400 Time passes. Listen. Time passes.
“When we’re out on a walk and we want to listen for something— a bird, or something in the bushes— what do we naturally do? We stop. We still the self-generated noise that usually surrounds us, so we can better hear what’s going on outside ourselves. So this injunction to stop, stop, stop isn’t one… Read more »
#tds2399 Online Colouring Activities
“Welcome to the digital activities page from Michael O’Mara Books. Here you’ll find a host of online colouring activities, quizzes, and downloadable extras from our books.” Michael O’Mara Books Today, explore this wonderful resource for doing some colouring the lazy way. The tool fills between the lines once you pick a colour, so does the… Read more »
#tds2398 This is sand
Today we make sand art online. So simple and so soothing, go on just try it – we had fun with this one and only tried for a few minutes. This is sand. If this one is too simple for your skills, here is a more complex sand art maker. Tweet your response to @livedtime… Read more »
#tds2397 Most calming Works of art in the World
“Art has never been mere entertainment. Alongside philosophy and religion, it has been humanity’s chief source of consolation. It is what we should turn to in our very worst moments. Here are seven of the most calming works of art ever produced.” The school of life Here is the first one. Today, read the post… Read more »
#tds2396 Get to know your patch of grass
Find ‘the broad lawn, spread out, sit alone and watch a small patch of grass. Observe and record ‘what happens there’. Stay with your patch of grass long enough to get to know it.’ A. Sullivan Show us your patch of grass in a photo or an animated gif if you want to. Tweet… Read more »
#tds2395 Photograph the colour of January
Pick the colour that, for you, represents January in your surroundings. Notice it anywhere you go for the day. Take photos. Pick the best one/s to show us. Did you notice that setting an intention to notice something, helped you pay attention and be more aware of your surroundings? ( we could not resit the colour… Read more »
#tds2394 Contemplative Image Reading
“Images become more suggestive when we give them the chance to pitch us their messages; but to do that, we at least have to be sharp and sensitive in order to identify those images that have something beautiful, amazing, and meaningful to say. Not every image will tell a great story, but a great story can… Read more »
#tds2393 Remember the monkey bars…
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#tds2392 New Year Stillness activities 3: Anxiety Relief Games
“Gaming can be a relaxing hobby that you can turn to when you’re beginning to feel the stresses of life and responsibilities. While most people play games to be entertained, games are also great for anxiety relief.” Anxiety Relief Games: 11 Games That Will Relax You Today, take time to read the article and… Read more »
