Contemplative Presence to Transform the Ordinary

5 steps to practicing contemplative presence in the ordinary moments for inner peace

Photo Credit: Denise Pyles, Bow, WA

Hi, y’all,

This past weekend, I attended a friend’s wedding in the beautiful outdoors of Bow, WA. The setup, decorations, and the backdrop of the mountains reflected their wedding theme - camping and the National Parks. As I was taking it all in during the ceremony, I was flooded with memories of the summer camping vacations growing up as a child and teenager. The moment helped me realize one profound reason why I love the outdoors - it is the experience where I felt most loved by my family.

Today, I want to talk about how you can engage with the present moment through micro-mindfulness practices that emphasize contemplative reflection and simple actions to nurture inner peace and resilience.

Let’s dive in.

First, some easy micro-mindfulness tips – actions you can do in less than 3-7 minutes at a time.