by LEAH MCLAREN Special to The Globe and Mail When I had my son James, I tried to be mindful for the first time in my life. I had practised yoga and meditation and read books on Buddhism and spiritual enlightenment before. I even did a 10-day juice detox during which I hallucinated colours while… Continue reading What happened when I tried to be a ‘mindful’ parent
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Michelle Noehren: What I Know About Motherhood Now That I Practice Meditation
Nine months ago a seed was planted. Ok people, not THAT kind of seed. I didn’t do any baby making, but I did start a journey that has changed my life for the better, similar to how becoming a mom made me see the world a bit differently. Back in September of 2012 I took… Continue reading Michelle Noehren: What I Know About Motherhood Now That I Practice Meditation