Taking Refuge

Not unlike an awning on a rainy day, the tip of the nose offers a place of refuge from the pitter-patter of incessant thoughts from an over active mind. The tip of the nose is a destination. It is a go-to sweet-spot; or rather, a go-back-to again-and-again sweet-spot. If thoughts were raindrops, some might say … More Taking Refuge

Landing Your Focus

The theme of Week 2 of the Practice of Living Awareness is “Tip of the Nose.” What happens there? A lot! It’s a natural place to land your focus. While you’re there, rest up, get comfortable, then have a look around… but not too far beyond its periphery. The goings-on of the breath will gently … More Landing Your Focus