Mindful Living: Mornings. . . Can Be Loud!

As I was going about my morning routine a little after 7:00 a.m., I decided to sit outside on a balcony to do my scripture study for ten minutes. What’s expected in the morning is usually Peer Gynt’s “Morning Mood” with little chirpy birds and a soft breeze. This morning I got exhaust smells, aContinue reading “Mindful Living: Mornings. . . Can Be Loud!”

Mindful Living: What is the Purpose of Exercise?

As I’ve gone through several weeks practicing Shaolin exercises and strengthening my body, I’ve pondered many times what exercise means to me. Multiple questions automatically pop up. The list could go on and on, nevertheless I don’t think they are the right questions for me. I haven’t weighed myself since. . . maybe 2016 andContinue reading “Mindful Living: What is the Purpose of Exercise?”

Mindful Living: Month of Shaolin Exercises and Meditation

Normally, I practice Ashtanga yoga on a regular basis. I love the idea of training the body and the mind together and developing healthy habits to improve my spirituality. I’ve never been one to like running on treadmills or doing exercises that do little more than make me sweat. Sadly, these past few months haveContinue reading “Mindful Living: Month of Shaolin Exercises and Meditation”