Writer, Web content Coordinator and meditation instructor Garyn T. Jones He has written two very different books on meditation/mindfulness.
caveat!this book will make you meditate, created, published and artistically designed by Dinosaur House, 2022 is a children’s book in bright pastel colors accented with large bands of white and black. Featuring hip characters such as a zebra and a fleshy hunk with humanoid features, it projects a sarcastic, quirky humor and introduces kids to highly sophisticated concepts in a simple and fun way. A small, easy-to-read guide to calm and clear thinking will definitely attract the attention of young people. Also, the main meditation exercises are explained in unpretentious didactic prose.
in contrast, Never Relax: Practicing Neurotic Mindfulness, Self-published and just released, this book is a deliberately understated but confident presentation of the meaning of neurotic thinking, the benefits that can be gained through mindful meditation, and includes examples and guidance for before and after states of being. Contains abundant. Targeted practices designed to achieve holistic balance.
Interestingly, the author’s writing is not that different between the two books. He’s outspoken, resourceful, and incredibly goal-oriented. He wants you to meditate. caveat‘s The statement that “meditation is a mental exercise” and “helps you understand where your thoughts come from and where they are going” is essentially the same message as: never “Meditation helped me create space to see where my neuroses were problems and opportunities.” Incidentally, this last observation is key to Jones’ unique perspective. Masu. That is, every experience can be seen as both a sword and a shield. Even if COVID-19 forces you to stay away from your loved ones in your basement “guest room,” you can still use that time-out to recognize the precious connections you have with those waiting just upstairs. can.
In a long and upbeat interview with the author, the affable Jones embodied a rare ability to express joy. He shows the strength gained through deliberate and habitual meditation while acknowledging his all-too-human weaknesses. Essentially he wants everyone’s attention, young and old, central and crazy, you and me.
“To be neurotic is to experience a large number of associations between one’s thoughts and one’s feelings. He is in a state of denial. There is a flaw in his actions.” “Another way to look at a neurotic person is to understand that this is the mental state of a sensitive, overthinking person. This person feels their emotions more raw, and their thoughts swirl.” He explains, adding, “Sensitive people are curious, and practicing mindfulness can lead to healthy understanding without falling into ‘analysis paralysis.'” ”.
What is Mindfulness? “Mindfulness is an even-paced, clear state of mind in which one is aware of thoughts and emotions but not caught up in them. The person has the mental space to make the best decisions. ” Jones said. “It is a state that can be reached with time and practice. Meditation is an introduction to the practice, and the goal is to bring yourself back to a place of calm.” caveat Advice for achieving stillness: “Life tries to make us angry… sad… bad… calming our thoughts will soothe our emotions.”
Jones’ goal in writing the book was to provide a convenient way for others to access the ideas he was so proud of. Thinking can be fun! His ultimate answer to the question “What is Neurotic Mindfulness?” “That’s the essence of creativity,” he replies. “You take a step back from the hyper-hypomanic state where you get a little crazy and ask yourself, ‘Do I want to go there?’ and you’re able to make decisions instead of being pushed.”
Both books are available at Amazon and through it Kindle Unlimitedwell worth a read.
