A Practical Guide to Mindful Meditation

What is mindful meditation and how can it improve my life? You hear people talking about it. You may have read research about its benefits. Perhaps you’ve even dabbled in it yourself. You have a sense that it could really make a difference in your life. You’re open and willing to learn. But you’re not quite sure how to do it—and more importantly, you don’t understand why you should do it.  This book is for you. This practical, step-by-step guide demystifies mindfulness and meditation and teaches you exactly how it benefits you and how to do it. After reading this book, you’ll understand how meditation can be a game-changer for you. And as you do it, you’ll no longer sit in a chair feeling silly and wondering, ‘Am I doing this right?’ You’ll meditate with confidence, and enjoy greater self-awareness, peace, joy, and fulfilment. Read this book to learn: •    What mindfulness is and how it can change your life. •    How to meditate using the four foundations of mindfulness. •    How to cultivate the states and mindsets associated with true happiness. •    How to navigate some of the more challenging aspects of mindfulness practice. •    How mindfulness opens your heart and makes you more grateful, loving and compassionate. •    How to develop mindfulness and self-awareness in your daily life. This book is full of practical exercises and meditations that are also available as audio downloads at www.mindfulmeditationbook.com/bonus Praise for A Practical Guide to Mindful Meditation ‘This is the book that I will give to my colleagues, friends and family members who want to learn mindfulness. A brilliant, easy to understand guide.’ —Spencer Sherman, MBA, CFP, executive chairman of Abacus Wealth Partners and author of “The Cure for Money Madness” ‘This book skilfully guides you through the four foundations of mindfulness, which have the power to change, heal and enliven your life. A delightfully warm, clear and practical book.’ —Subhana Barzaghi, senior Zen and Insight meditation teacher ‘This book achieves something rare. It explains the complex in a simple to understand and easy to follow structure, yet maintains quality and depth.’ —Phil Vernon, CEO, Australian Ethical ‘This is a wonderful beginner’s guide to mindfulness practice. Easy to read, personal, clear and technically excellent. A great read for those interested in practicing mindfulness.’ —Timothea Goddard, BA, MBSR teacher and trainer (CFM certified), director of Openground 3