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emmaalexanderarthur
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INK, PAPER AND ZEN: Mastering the Sumi-e Journey
If, like me, you are captivated by the beauty and simplicity of Sumi-e ink painting, then you will want to try this art form. It is not...
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A PERSONAL EXPERIENCE OF SOURCE
In this blog post I would like to share a personal experience, one that led me to a realisation that defied conventional thought. It...
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ZEN FOR YOU: Self-Compassion and Kindness
Busy lives often means we forget about the one person who deserves kindness the most - ourselves. If you've ever found self-compassion...
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CREATING WITH PRESENCE: The Joy of Mindful Art
Mindful art is a way to connect with the present moment, a form of meditation, and a practice that requires no artistic ability...
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BUDDHA'S WISDOM AND QUANTUM INSIGHTS
Bridging Ancient Wisdom and Modern Science to Empower our Reality In a world bustling with constant activity and endless distractions,...
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'GOD HAS NO RELIGION': Discovering Universal Spirituality
Gandhi, once proclaimed, "God has no religion." What did he mean by this statement and is it relevant to contemporary spiritual thought?...
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THE RIPPLE EFFECT: Our Thoughts and Actions Extend Beyond Our Immediate Reality
In today's blog post I would like to talk about how our thoughts and actions create ripples that extend beyond our immediate reality and...
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emmaalexanderarthur
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ZEN AND CONTEMPORARY SPIRITUALITY: Uniting paths to inner peace
Step into the realm of tranquility as we explore the connection between Zen philosophy and contemporary spirituality. As well as having...
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emmaalexanderarthur
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THE POWER OF KINDNESS: Embracing Compassion on the Zen Path
In our busy and often chaotic lives, there is a remarkable force that can bring immense joy and transform both ourselves and those around...
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ENSO - a powerful tool for self-expression
The Enso is an ancient Japanese symbol derived from the words "en" meaning circle, and "so" meaning "to paint". It is also known as the...
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IKIGAI - “the reason for being”
Ikigai is a Japanese concept that has no direct translation but can be approximated as “the reason for being.” It’s an idea that suggests...
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TAI CHI QIGONG SHIBASHI - Moving Meditation
Tai Chi Qigong Shibashi is a form of exercise that combines the movements of Tai Chi and Qigong to provide comprehensive health benefits...
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THE JOY OF INNER SMILE MEDITATION - feel the love generated by a smile
There are many ways to meditate. Some can appear daunting which may mean you never get started. I have tried many forms of meditation...
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THE BEAUTY OF WABI SABI PHOTOGRAPHY
Wabi Sabi is a Japanese aesthetic that is used to describe a particular philosophy that beauty can be found in the old, the imperfect and...
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THE BOTANICAL ART OF KUSAMONO
I discovered Kusamono by chance while studying Ikebana. I was immediately drawn to it due to its natural forms which reflect the natural...
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PHOTO-HAIKU
Photo-haiku is the combination of a photograph and a haiku poem. It originated in Japan from haiga which is the combination of a...
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RELAX - MAKE A NATURE MANDALA
'The symmetries, repetitions and contrasts of mandalas create a hypnotic effect that can cause positive changes in the rhythms of your...
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GET INTO ZEN MODE WITH A BUDDHA BOARD
Like the Tibetan monks creating temporary sand mandalas for meditating and releasing their healing powers, create your own temporary art...
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EXPERIENCING MINDFULNESS THROUGH A HAIKU WALK
In this article, discover how to experience mindfulness when writing haiku in nature. By concentrating on the landscape and details...
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