Many of us in the Plum Village App team watched recent Netflix documentary The Social Dilemma. For a group of people who work with both technology and mindfulness, it really struck a chord. It hit home how crucial technology is in shaping our lives, including the real harm social media can cause. Of course, there […]
What is eco-anxiety? It seems harder and harder to ignore the fact we are in the midst of a climate crisis. We are seeing the wildfires and floods 1. Individuals like Greta Thunberg and David Attenborough, as well as movements like Sunrise and Extinction Rebellion, are ensuring our awareness of this crisis. One impact of […]
Based on an interview with Brother Phap Dung, a senior Plum Village Dharma teacher, we explore the question: “What is McMindfulness?“ Thich Nhat Hanh published The Miracle of Mindfulness in 1975, a time when the word mindfulness was seldom-used in the West. Fast forward 45 years to 2020, it is now a word we find […]
The Bell of Mindfulness on the Plum Village App is a way of reminding yourself to be mindful. Taking moments throughout the day to connect with your body, and to the present moment, can greatly increase happiness and ease. This post will explore the Bell’s purpose more thoroughly, and explain how to use it. If […]
Mindful eating means bringing our awareness to the food on our plate and in our mouth. It is about paying full attention to the sensations of eating in the present moment. It can transform our relationship with food and is a great way to bring mindfulness into our daily life. Here are some reasons to eat mindfully and a guide to help you get started.
