“It would seem that meditating by coffee is an oxymoron,” says Gloria Chadwick, the author of “Zen Coffee: A Guide to Mindful Meditation.” “Coffee jazzes you up and meditation calms you down.” Focus on the sensations coming from your coffee. Notice the warmth, the rising steam. How does the cup feel in your hand? When you take a sip, pay attention to the taste, the aroma. As you swallow, feel the warm liquid. “By focusing…
How to be mindful with a cup of coffee
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