Mindfulness in the Garden

Through the practice of mindful gardening, we invite not only the thriving of the natural world but also the flowering and beauty of our true self to emerge. The ancient tradition of Zen gathas, or short mindfulness verses, invites our awareness to rest in the wondrous aliveness of the present moment. In much-loved Mindfulness in the Garden, nature-focused gathas are signposts composed to connect the mind and body with the transformative work we do in the garden. This book bridges the gap between what we do and who we want to be by offering: Gathas for gardening activities that serve to water the seeds of mindfulness within us, softening and preparing the ground for our ability to be present in all aspects of our lives Spiritual guidance on how to cultivate our lives as we cultivate our gardens, weeds and all Concrete reflections on how this book has been applied since its first printing and recommendations for making the most of it now Diverse wood block prints illuminating compelling garden scenes