Thanks for the youtube link to the peaceful music (((((ss))))) I'm going to listen to it fully when I sign out of here in a few minutes. Thanks also for the funny link!!

I love the idea of the vision board. Though I don't really have access to magazines. Perhaps I could do an online vision board.....Hmmmm, have to think how I might do that. I do love the idea! And I love doing group things with you guys too!!

And, ss, in answer to your question here about whether we've noticed a shift since practicing meditation more regularly, I think I really have, yes! I feel as though I am slightly less reactive and less apt to slip into auto-pilot mode. In difficult or trigger moments, I seem to be more aware that I have options. That I don't have to react in the same predictable and unhealthy way. Even if I can't always follow through with my actions, at least the idea comes to me now that there is another way - a mindful way - for me to respond to a difficult or challenging situation.

I still have a long, long way to go, but I am noticing some shifts in my attitude and it feels liberating! And also a little bit empowering! Like I say, still a long way to go. But it feels as though some seeds are being sown.......Now I just need to nurture and cultivate them!!!

Most definitely this thread is very rich and fertile ground for me!! Thank you guys so much for making it all possible!

PS: I PM'd SunSun. I do hope she can join us!