The First Circle of Mindfulness—The Senses
The senses and sense objects are our interface with the world from before our first breath. Urges, cravings, attachment and aversion are all tied to our sensory world. Shifting our awareness of sensory experience, and aligning it with the other circles through presence, is where the journey begins.
The Second Circle of Mindfulness—The Intellect
Conditioned narratives, thoughts and beliefs run through each day in a mostly repetitive stream. The intellect is a servant when we are the observer of its content, and an awful master when we are identified with it or running on auto-pilot.
The Third Circle of Mindfulness—Emotions
Deeply rooted emotional content develops from birth onwards. Contacting, releasing and integrating suppressed childhood feelings can open a profound and healing vulnerability. Bringing this powerful energy into balance and alignment is empowering and transformational.
The Fourth Circle of Mindfulness—Inner Body
Conscious breathing, with movement or stillness, helps you experience your aliveness and life energy more fully. Mindfulness of the body can transform a painful body experience into a spacious haven for peace of mind, and connect you to the life around you.
The Fifth Circle of Mindfulness—Personal Presence
Your aliveness and consciousness are more subtle than the contents of your experience. By turning attention to who is aware of our awareness, we explore personal presence and embody a profound level of authenticity, self-love and connection.
The Sixth Circle of Mindfulness—Universal Presence
Personal essence merges with the living universe we are part of, in each present moment. Connection to something greater than, yet inclusive of, ourselves can lead to a deeper connection to life and the embodiment of personal meaning and purpose.
