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Our Future Earth-Stewards
28 Aug 2023

Our Future Earth-Stewards

by Susan Madden | posted in: Mindfulness | 4

I’ve been thinking a lot lately about bringing nature therapy to communities that perhaps are underserved in this area, yet are among those that would benefit the most. It came up in one of my Forest Bathing groups and I’ve … Continued

kids, mindfulcafe, mindfulness, nature, Nature Therapy
Creating A Garden Sanctuary
15 May 2023

Creating A Garden Sanctuary

by Susan Madden | posted in: Mindfulness | 1

Spring has finally arrived at the Big Lonely Ranch. It was a long winter, and the warmer weather is very welcome. Spring has also arrived in a burst of color at our new second home, the Beach Cottage, where I … Continued

mindfulcafe, mindfulness, nature, Nature Therapy, sitspot, spring
Forest Bathing, Guatemala-Style
5 May 2023

Forest Bathing, Guatemala-Style

by Susan Madden | posted in: Mindfulness | 1

I may have mentioned a time or two how much I love being out in nature. Guiding a group in Forest Bathing makes me especially happy and this week was a special treat. I’m spending the week in rural Guatemala … Continued

connection, forest bathing, mindfulcafe, mindfulness, nature, Nature Art
Breathe In, Breathe Out, Blah, Blah, Blah
13 Mar 2023

Breathe In, Breathe Out, Blah, Blah, Blah

by Susan Madden | posted in: Community, Mindfulness, My Corner, Uncategorized | 0

While my Monday blog is important to me and I make it a top priority, you may have noticed I’ve been missing these last couple weeks. That’s because I had to prioritize a few other things, like heat and water … Continued

mindfulcafe, mindfulness, nature, Winter
Open to the Gifts of Winter
30 Jan 2023

Open to the Gifts of Winter

by Susan Madden | posted in: Community, Mindfulness | 0

I’m am blessed to have many exceptional people in my life, and it is with much gratitude that I share this beautiful article from one of those people. Julia Siporin is a yoga teacher, “Awake in the Wild” teacher, current … Continued

connection, nature, Winter
A “Peace” of my Mind
16 Jan 2023

A “Peace” of my Mind

by Susan Madden | posted in: Mindfulness | 0

Today, as we celebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., my thoughts turn towards leading a peaceful life. For me, peace is my purpose in life – to create peace in the world and to teach others to … Continued

connection, mindfulcafe, mindfulness, nature, peace
Planning Time at the Big Lonely Ranch
9 Jan 2023

Planning Time at the Big Lonely Ranch

by Susan Madden | posted in: Community, Mindfulness | 0

It’s winter here at the Big Lonely Ranch (more on the name later). It’s been raining for days (YAY!), the days are short and to top it off, we’re being very frugal with the heat because the gas company somehow … Continued

abundance, creativity, mindfulcafe, mindfulness, nature, Nature Therapy
Finding Your Sit Spot
10 Oct 2022

Finding Your Sit Spot

by Susan Madden | posted in: Mindfulness | 0

As a mindfulness guide specializing in outdoor mindfulness, I’m a strong believer in finding your own personal sit spot. Cultivating this simple practice can reap a bounty of benefits. Even if you don’t have a regular meditation practice, you should … Continued

mindfulness, nature, sitspot

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