Still life: the myths and magic of mindful living

Where to begin: start in the present. Meditation: what it is and why we need it ; Meditation and mindfulness: what's the difference? ; The story of the Buddha: tradition and context ; The benefits ; Mindfulness in modern life: changes, challenges, and opportunities

Life myths (what the ego tells us). This will fix me ; I will get what I want ; Everything will be OK

Meditation myths (what to remember about practice). Stopping thoughts ; Doing it wrong ; I don't have time

the magic. Breathing ; Sensing and structuring ; Sitting ; Walking ; Yoga ; Running ; Nature ; Creativity ; Silence, prayer, and service ; Life practice.