If you want to do something practical to make your life peaceful, daily meditation is your best option. Take time to sit in silence for a few minutes every day and focus on love, gratitude or compassion. There are many different types of meditation practices. Regardless of your choice, it will create a significant, positive change in your life.
The background photos for the quotes below are my shots (except for the star photo). A Samsung Galaxy phone can do a pretty good job for amateurs like me. Looking for beautiful details in plants brings on a state of joyful mindfulness. In fact, taking close-ups of plants is my favorite hobby. It’s easy to do when you carry your phone anyway.
I took these photos in a park in Tokyo called Heiwanomori. The name means Forest of Peace. It was early morning after the rain and a sunny afternoon. The light made everything beautiful.
“Meditate to stay centered.”
When I positioned my camera to photograph this ladybug, it graciously moved into the center of the leaf to pose for my photoshoot.
Some ladybug!
“Quiet the mind and the soul will speak.” – Ma Jaya Sati Bhagavati
I don’t know the name of this budding flower but I was attracted to the amazing colors.
“You are never alone or helpless. The force that guides the stars guides you too.” – Shrii Shrii Anandamurti
I wish I was able to photograph the stars.
“Whatever is fluid, soft, and yielding will overcome whatever is rigid and hard. What is soft is strong.” – Lao Tzu
The water droplets sit on a tiny leaf that is only 2,5 mm long.
“Learn to be calm and you will always be happy.” – Paramahansa Yogananda.
The photo is a detail from a hydrangea flower that is just about to bloom.
