I hope you've had the chance to enjoy these last few warm days of the year. I know the flora and fauna around my home sure have! :)

Remember, the East Shore Mindfulness Group will be meeting at a different time this Sunday as we are hosting Buddhist Monk, Bhante Sujatha for a special presentation on Mindfulness Meditation from 1:00 to 3:30pm. We hope you can make it! See below for more information and to RSVP.

The West Shore Mindfulness Group will still be meeting at our normal time of 6:30 to 7:30pm at the Barefoot Yoga and Wellness Center in Mechanicsburg. RSVP below.



Mindful Reflection of the Week: Inclining the Mind
Just by recognizing what is present in our minds, it is already transformed. By accepting what is present, the transformation becomes a helpful change.

Sometimes, it can happen, that even though we recognize that our clinging, our attachment, is hurting us, we are unable to let go. Unable to accept what is present. We may feel stuck.

At times like this, it can be helpful to think of "inclining" the mind towards letting go, towards acceptance. There is no need to force it. It's enough to incline in that direction. We are planting the seed. A flower opens its petals in its own time, it can't be rushed.

Yours,
Joshua

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Buddhist Monk, Bhante Sujatha will present on Mindfulness Meditation at our East Shore Group location
Sunday, November 15th from 1:00 to 3:30pm
More Information
RSVP here.

Bhante Sujatha will also be presenting at the Unitarian Church of Harrisburg on Friday, November 13th and Saturday, November 14th. Click here for more information.

West Shore Mindfulness Meditation Group in Mechanicsburg
Sunday, November 8th from 6:30 to 7:30pm
More Information
RSVP here.
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Yours,
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