The calm and quiet mind

Spiritual self care:Real Life Mindfulnessis a series of reflections that can illuminate every aspect of life. Authors Elise Marie Collins and Becca Anderson offer readers guidance on using the opportune moments between everything else in life for spiritual self care. In the same way we lovingly tend a garden, so does our soul require nourishment and attention. Your happiness quotient will soar with the practices and meditations inReal Life Mindfulness.

Control stress and anxiety:By following the suggestions in this gentle guide, you'll be able to focus on becoming more fully awake to who you really are. In her own words, Elise Marie Collins adds, "People are overbooked, overcommitted and often feel lost and filled with anxiety. I went through this myself and found my way to back to myself through the practice of mindfulness. You can, too." In just a few minutes a day,Real Life Mindfulnesswill bring you the calmness and clarity that an over-demanding schedule steals from you.

Find serenity:A welcome respite for anyone whose gear shift is perpetually in overdrive,Real Life Mindfulnessis an invitation to rest, find peace, awaken, and remember. It offers deceptively simple wisdom to help readers sharpen their senses, find serenity, and make room for life.

What you'll learn from readingReal Life Mindfulness:

• How daily mindfulness calms the mind and reduces stress
• Why meditating is one of the healthiest things you can do
• How to live in the moment, a place full of peace and happiness
• How to get started meditating regularly, whether you are a beginner or just living a busy life
• What it feels like when meditation focuses your brain and makes you smarter
• How mindful objectivity and observation bring wisdom
• How to see the beauty present in everything all around you
• Nine different ways to meditate