10 insights for finding peace in a frantic world, with dr. danny penman

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Award winning investigative journalist. Author of 'Mindfulness: An Eight-Week Plan for Finding Peace in a Frantic World' (with Mark Williams of Oxford University). Feature writer for the Daily Mail newspaper. Listen to the full interview at http://www.33voices.com/danny-penman/audio

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33voices InterviewThe following insights and inspirational moments are based on the

Dr. Danny Penman

The state of Mindfulness is most evident when you observe without criticism andwhen you’re compassionate with yourself

No.1

more time than it consumesMindful mediation liberates

No.2

Awareness of your surroundings and thought patterns is the magic of mindfulness –

it transcends thinking

No.3

Your mind is your servant, not the other way around –when you sense a negative thought pattern, stop and observe your breath for a few moments

No.4

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Our thoughts are more often driven by our emotions –

closely watch how a nervous state triggers negative thoughts

No.5

The human mind is designed to scan for problems –

but look closely and you’ll notice that it’s not an objective view of the world,

only your opinion

No.6

Have an important decision to make? Pause and don’t let your emotions sway you.

No.7

The act of befriending yourself is the quickest way to elevate your confidence –

be kind to yourself

No.8

The act of observing will help your thought evaporate –

check-in often

No.9

The present moment is your gateway to happiness –

embrace it!

No.10

Really reflect...

Do you have a minute to observe your thoughts?

Really reflect...

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