As we find ourselves immersed in summer in the northern hemisphere, this quote comes to mind:

“The universe is full of magic things, patiently waiting for our senses to become sharper.” – Eden Phillpotts

I recently spent a weekend with our young grandson. What a delight. As we played on the grass or traversed the neighbourhood, his keen sense of curiosity and interest were unbounded. No insect was too small to escape his gaze, nor his grasp in some cases. The aroma of flowers caused him to turn and assess. Children’s peals of laughter peaked his interest with a sense of anticipation.

No insect was too small to escape his gaze, nor his grasp in some cases. The aroma of flowers caused him to turn and assess. Children’s peals of laughter peaked his interest with a sense of anticipation.

The research is extensive and indisputable – being more mindful as we conduct our daily activities generates benefits right to the bottom line. Leaders who make time for meditation and executive teams who commence meetings with even three minutes of quiet, make better decisions, are less stressed, demonstrate better judgment and report lower levels of stress.

So if your motivation is better corporate results and a more engaged workforce, practice mindfulness.

If you need to reduce your blood pressure or you want to sleep better, practice mindfulness.

Or if you want to experience the joy of the universe and all the beauty that surrounds us on the long summer days and warm summer nights, pause, lift your gaze, take a deep breath, and smile.

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