I began writing articles for “Living a Mindful Life” back in 2018 to help others realize the many psychological benefits of daily mindfulness practice.
Two benefits stand out for me in particular, these being an enduring peace of mind and an ease of being irrespective of personal circumstances.
I hope, in some small way, I have accomplished this goal. While internet access to “Living a Mindful Life” (and, therefore, to me!) will continue, this will be my final post. I have said what I set out to say and feel it now time to set down my pen.
For me, mindfulness practice has been nothing short of life-changing, and I know it can be for untold others.
In this regard, you would be doing me an enormous favour were you to share “Living a Mindful Life” widely so that others may hopefully benefit as much as I have (and, to help you do so, here it is in its entirety in PDF format: Living a Mindful Life).
Parting Thoughts
If someone were to ask me which two mindfulness teachings have had the greatest impact on my life, here is what I would tell them:
Sometimes Life Sucks – But That’s Okay
Not getting what we want or getting what we don’t want doesn’t mean anything’s wrong, it just means we’re alive.
Putting up a fuss over life’s inevitable challenges just adds needless psychological suffering to an already-unpleasant situation.
So, the alternative? Whatever life presents, just deal with it – minus the drama.
We’re All Just Doing the Best We Can
By far my most contentious posts have been those denying the existence of free will. While the belief in our ability to choose our actions (and, therefore, to be held responsible for our actions) is near universally held, my extensive exploration of this topic has lead me unequivocally to see free will for what it is; unsupported by either science or simple logic.
In its absence, it necessarily follows that each and every one of us is always doing the best we can at each and every moment.
And isn’t this a more compassionate way to make our way through this world? And, were we to adopt this approach, what exactly would we be giving up? Only the copious blame, judgment, anger, acrimony, and hate that pervades this troubled world of ours.
I don’t know about you, but this strikes me as a no-brainer.
Compassion reigns when we see the innocence in each other.
Thank You!
To all those who faithfully followed (and shared) my posts, to all those who took a few moments out of their busy lives to pose questions and provide insightful comments, and to all those who supported my efforts in other myriad ways, a most sincere, deeply-heartfelt thank you.
Warmest wishes,
Rob @ Living a Mindful Life