by Leigh Tremaine | Mindfulness, Self-Development
Emotional intelligence measures how effectively you perceive, understand, evaluate, manage, express, and respond to your emotions and those of others. Think of emotional intelligence as emotional maturity. You can increase your emotional intelligence by becoming more...
by Leigh Tremaine | Mindfulness, Self-Development, Spirituality, Wellness
Metacognition is a key yet underutilised component of mindfulness. It is the elevated awareness, established from your observer self, of your thought processes, emotions, and the patterns that govern them. But what if metacognition is much more than this? It is the...
by Leigh Tremaine | Meditation, Mindfulness, Self-Development
The mindfulness of breath meditation is a simple yet powerful practice that helps you disengage from the endless cycle of automatic thoughts and emotions that trap you in overthinking and reactivity, preventing you from being present in your life. By anchoring your...
by Leigh Tremaine | Honouring the Earth, Mindfulness
When we are present to nature with mindfulness, we are able to embrace our authentic, ecological self. Many studies have documented the healing power of being in nature, which we turn to in our amnesia for confirmation of what is actually a matter of fact. Should it...
by Leigh Tremaine | Mindfulness, Self-Development
Mindfulnessāthe practice of consciously directing your attention in the present moment, without reactivity or judgementāhelps to restore the full power of choice and therefore freedom within you. You can use mindfulness to free yourself from the distractions,...
by Leigh Tremaine | Mindfulness, Relationships, Self-Development
The skill of mindful relating sits at the heart of genuine, authentic relationships and is a key aspect of self-development. Whether we’re connecting with romantic partners, family, friends, colleagues, community members, or even strangers, mindfulness allows us...
