“Mindfulness means paying attention in a particular way; on purpose, in the present moment, and nonjudgmentally.”  -Jon Kabat-Zinn

FEATURE ARTICLES:

"Everyday Mindfulness"
by Debra Dadd Redalia, hailed as "The Queen of Green" by the New York Times, she has been a leading consumer advocate for products and lifestyle choices that are better for health and the environment since 1982. She is author of six environmental consumer guidebooks, including "Nontoxic, Natural & Earthwise," "The Nontoxic Home & Office" and "Home Safe Home." She is co-editor of the anthology Signs of Spirit: 100 Amazing True Stories About Being a Spirit, and the Signs of Spirit blog, where new stories are posted weekly.

"Mindfulness: Living in the Now"
by Barbara Biziou, author of "The Joy of Ritual" and The "Joy of Family Rituals", is an internationally acclaimed teacher of practical spirituality. She is a certified coach, hypno-therapist, meditation teacher and Inter-faith minister. Barbara has been featured in articles such as Body & Soul, Harper’s Bazaar, New York Magazine, and Parents Magazine. (www.joyofritual.com)
 

"Mindfulness for Decision-Making and Life Transition"
by Betsy Hedberg M.A., is a  psychotherapist, career counselor, and mindfulness and meditation instructor.  She helps people incorporate mindfulness practices into their daily lives to realize greater quality time, reduce stress, navigate personal and career transitions, and connect with their deepest values. She also has a passion for travel and is preparing to announce some mindful, soulful excursions.
 

"Walk the Path of Mindfulness"
by Victoria Moran, author of numerous books, including her newest, "Living a Charmed Life" and "The Love Powered Diet." Her other books include, Younger by the Day: 365 Ways to Rejuvenate Your Body & Revitalize Your Spirit," "Fit from Within," Lit from Within," "Creating a Charmed Life," "Shelter for the Spirit," and "Love Yourself Thin." Her website is (www.victoriamoran.com).
 

"Mindfulness: Wake up and Smell the Coffee!"
by Colleen Deatsman and Paul Bowersox , co-authors of "Seeing in the Dark: Claim Your Own Shamanic Power Now and in the Coming Age".  Colleen is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Social Worker, Shamanic Practitioner, Energy Movement Healer, Reiki Master, Certified Hypnotherapist, and  Certified Alternative Healing Consultant at Circle of Life Counseling and Healing Services in Mason, Michigan . Paul is a a Shamanic Practitioner and Teacher, Reiki Practitioner, Writing Coach, Editor and Contributing Writer for a number of on-line sources, publications and authors.
(www.ColleenDeatsman.com)
 

"A MindFull Life"
by Robin L. Silverman, author of the forthcoming book, "Fullistic Living™." She is also the author of "The Ten Gifts" and "Something Wonderful is About to Happen."  She is a professional public speaker, corporate trainer, and consultant.
 

"Find New Strength in Awakened Attention"
by Guy Finley, acclaimed author of more than 30 books and audio programs on the subject of self-realization, several of which have become international best sellers. His popular works, published in 16 languages, are widely endorsed by doctors, professionals, and religious leaders of all denominations.  Finley is the founder and director of Life of Learning Foundation, a nonprofit center for self-study located in Southern Oregon where he gives talks four times each week. (www.guyfinley.org)


"Paying Attention"
by James Bryer, Ph.D. a psychologist, writer and spiritual teacher. Dr. James Bryer has immersed himself in the spiritual traditions of the East and West.  A psychotherapist for 35 years, James is co-founder of Processus, a private counseling agency in St. Cloud, where he now practices and where he developed the Connecting Program -- a series of classes, workshops and growth groups promoting spiritual and psychological health. (www.softeningtolove.com)

"On Being Prepared"
by Donna Henes, an internationally renowned urban shaman, eco-ceremonialist, award-winning author, syndicated columnist, popular speaker and workshop leader whose joyful celebrations of celestial events have introduced ancient traditional rituals and contemporary ceremonies to millions of people in more than 100 cities since 1972. (www.donnahenes.net)

"The Mindfulness of Healing Loss: The Difference Between Grief and Depression"
by Judith Orloff, M.D., author of the new book "Emotional Freedom: Liberate Yourself From Negative Emotions and Transform Your Life." She is also author of the bestsellers, "Positive Energy," "Guide to Intuitive Healing" and "Second Sight." She is a psychiatrist, a practicing intuitive, an Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at UCLA, and is an international workshop leader on the interrelationship of intuition, energy, and medicine. (www.drjudithorloff.com)
 

"The Leap - Are You Ready to Live a New Reality"
by Constance Kellough, author of the new book "The Leap".  English Literature instructor, management consultant and publisher, Constance has been a pioneer in bringing resolution to challenges and conflicts by honoring the unquestionable value of each individual.  She began developing as a young teacher of disadvantaged high school students and continued through bringing people together in the business world to accomplish breakthroughs in behavior and novel solutions to persistent problems.