by Jess Bane Robert | Jun 29, 2023 | Mindfulness
“I’m good enough; I’m smart enough, and doggon it, people like me,” simpered the host of Daily Affirmation, Stuart Smalley. A classic. These Al Franken bits on SNL poked fun at the method used and adopted by the New Thought movement in the 1800’s, by Mary Baker...
by Jess Bane Robert | Jun 21, 2023 | Mindfulness
At Clark University where I teach, I often field media request regarding mindfulness. I’m not sure who asked for this, where or if this contribution was ultimately published, but I thought I’d share with you my thoughts on the link between mindfulness and bathing....
by Jess Bane Robert | Jun 2, 2023 | Mindfulness
Morning Mindfulness Practice:Set a Daily Intention On waking, stay still and relaxed. Close your eyes and connect with the sensations of the body. Take thee long deep breaths through the nose into the belly, and let them out with an audible sigh. Ask yourself: “What...
by Jess Bane Robert | May 24, 2023 | Mindfulness
I often get asked about the difference between mindfulness and meditation. Sometimes, my college students worry about taking my course, Mindful Choices, because they envision us sitting on cushions and meditating together for three hours. While the two are related,...