Peace of Mind After so much contemplation, I felt very quiet inside. My mind was gentle and I could consider things slowly and in a focused manner. This was extremely unusual for me as I often try to think of three or more things at once, with my mind cycling around busily. I decided that, in order to avoid falling back into my old tendencies, I will practice self-reflection regularly. It will remind me that my mind can easily become full of delusions and how it affects me. I will also develop courage, practice in being more open to others and in giving love.


“ With love, you will be able to find something wondrous in tiny insects, in flowers, in all beings, and to cherish them all. With love, you will be able to find the divine nature that radiates light in every person.” Extracts from The Starting Point of Happiness (Lantern Books)


Going through this


retreat experience has helped me to develop a strong and positive self-image again. I could finally see my worth. I could see everyone’s worth and, every day since the retreat, I have been reminding myself of this fact. I can confront thoughts that I have blocked out previously with a clear view. I know that there are about one in every five women who are in an abusive


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