Reading
“Books, essays, mindful eating, and written reflections shaped by daily life and practice — shared as quiet companions along the way.”
Written Reflections
Mindful Eating & Recipes
At the Table
Mindful eating is a way of bringing presence and intention into how we nourish ourselves. It invites us to slow down, notice our relationship with food, and reflect on how what we eat supports both body and daily life. Through awareness and care, meals become moments of connection rather than habit.
Five Simple Ways to Practice Mindful Eating
1. Notice hunger.
Before eating, pause and check in with your body. Are you physically hungry, or responding to habit, emotion, or fatigue? Bringing awareness to hunger helps you meet nourishment with clarity rather than urgency.
2. Begin with gratitude.
Take a moment to acknowledge the food before you — where it came from, how it was prepared, and the many hands involved. This small pause invites presence into the meal.
3. Reduce distractions.
Whenever possible, eat without screens or interruptions. Creating a quiet space allows you to be more attentive to the experience of eating.
4. Engage your senses.
Notice the colors, textures, aromas, and flavors of your food. Let each bite be experienced rather than rushed, allowing enjoyment to unfold naturally.
5. Slow your pace.
Eat gently and take time between bites. Slowing down supports digestion and helps you recognize when you feel satisfied.
These are books that have accompanied us — texts we return to for grounding, perspective, and quiet guidance. They’re shared not as instruction, but as companions along a lived path.
Books We Return To
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World as Lover, World as Self — Joanna Macy
A profound invitation into interconnectedness and reverence for life. This book has returned to me in moments when I needed to remember my place within the larger web — not separate from the world’s suffering or beauty, but deeply woven into it.
Paths Beyond Ego The Transpersonal Vision
A wide-ranging exploration of consciousness that stretches beyond the individual self. I’ve come back to this book during times of inquiry, when I was seeking language for experiences that felt larger than identity, yet deeply human.
Uplifting Prayers to Light Your Way — Sonia Choquette
This is probably my favorite that I turn to regularly. A gentle companion offering simple prayers and reflections for everyday moments. I’ve returned to this book during seasons when words felt hard to find, and I needed a soft way to re-enter gratitude, trust, and openness. I will hold the book in hand and ask what I need to hear today before flipping through the pages and stopping at a page.
Healing Through the Dark Emotions — Miriam Greenspan
An honest and compassionate look at emotions often avoided or misunderstood. This book has met me during periods of grief and transition, helping me see difficult emotions not as obstacles, but as meaningful teachers.
A Beginner’s Guide to Creating Reality — Ramtha
A challenging and expansive exploration of thought, belief, and perception. I’ve returned to this text during times of deep questioning, when I was ready to examine how inner narratives shape lived experience.
Change Your Thoughts, Change Your Life — Wayne W. Dyer
A reflective engagement with timeless wisdom and inner discipline. This book has been a steady presence during moments when I needed to realign my thinking with intention, patience, and compassion.
Harry Potter — J.K. Rowling
An honorable mention.
These stories have been a steady reminder to return to wonder. I revisit them as an invitation to keep imagination alive, to stay curious, and to hold onto a childlike sense of magic — even as life grows more complex. They remind me that courage, friendship, and imagination are not things we outgrow, but qualities we’re asked to protect.
-Jennifer
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