A Walk in the Wood Quotes

“Mindfulness allows us to be more attuned to our experience in the here and now. That opens the door to working with our thoughts and emotions, and finding peace of mind. When we are at peace with ourselves, it’s easier to appreciate the qualities of others, without envy or criticism. We can accept another person for the whole of who they are—the parts we like as well as the parts we aren’t as fond of. That enables us to share in their joy, and support them when things aren’t going so well. It’s gratifying both to give and to receive.”
― Joseph Parent, A Walk in the Wood: Meditations on Mindfulness with a Bear Named Pooh

“It’s not hard to be me, thought Pooh. Just be Here and Now, and be Kind.”
― Joseph Parent, A Walk in the Wood: Meditations on Mindfulness with a Bear Named Pooh

“Without an accepting and kind attitude toward ourselves, it’s difficult to be caring and compassionate for others.”
― Joseph Parent, A Walk in the Wood: Meditations on Mindfulness with a Bear Named Pooh

“Mindfulness also means experiencing the present moment without self-conscious judgment.”
― Joseph Parent, A Walk in the Wood: Meditations on Mindfulness with a Bear Named Pooh

“multitasking isn’t actually possible. In the same way that we can only focus on one sense perception, we can really only focus on one task at a time.”
― Joseph Parent, A Walk in the Wood: Meditations on Mindfulness with a Bear Named Pooh

“It’s really not about doing, it’s more about being. You might find it relaxing,” said Pooh. “I know I do.”
― Joseph Parent, A Walk in the Wood: Meditations on Mindfulness with a Bear Named Pooh

“Working with mindfulness to overcome negative attitudes and believe in yourself is a journey, not a quick fix. It is simple, but not easy. In the process, it’s important that you not reject or throw away qualities of your personality, even ones you think you don’t like. Instead, find a way to use them to open up to a bigger world.”
― Joseph Parent, A Walk in the Wood: Meditations on Mindfulness with a Bear Named Pooh

“Every morning, when we wake up, we have twenty-four brand new hours to live. What a precious gift! We have the capacity to live in a way that these twenty-four hours will bring peace, joy, and happiness to ourselves and others. —from Peace Is Every Step
by Thich Nhat Hanh Wake Up Your Body”
― Joseph Parent, A Walk in the Wood: Meditations on Mindfulness with a Bear Named Pooh