Mindfulness Meditation and Stress Reduction for Beginners: The Garden of NOW

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The Garden of NOW is a revolutionary new training tool designed to help you start tapping into the many benefits associated with practicing mindfulness meditation. The DVD includes a collection of several guided mindfulness meditation exercises, which are intended for a wide range of skill levels. For beginner-level viewers, the DVD provides an introduction to mindfulness meditation followed by basic mindfulness exercises. Beginning mindfulness exercises were specially constructed to help viewers form foundational mindfulness skills using familiar sensory experiences (i.e., seeing and hearing) during a guided tour of an intriguing Japanese garden. For those individuals hoping to deepen an existing mindfulness meditation practice, the DVD also includes enhanced audio/visual guidance for the traditional body scan and sitting meditation exercises.

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Although it may appear overwhelmingly straightforward at first glance, mindfulness meditation can be difficult to grasp. The Garden of NOW was specially developed to address this problem through teaching viewers mindfulness skills in a gradual stepwise fashion. This DVD differs from other training tools in that it takes advantage of the rich audio/visual format of digital video. Both vocal and visual guidance is provided so that viewers are able to engage in an interactive training experience. Traditional mindfulness meditation exercises such as the body scan and sitting meditation are brought to a new level with the addition of on-screen assistance. Visual tracking technology enables viewers to more effectively practice and learn mindfulness techniques.

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Must have Mindfulness Training DVD!

Review Date: September 5, 2009

Reviewer: Meditate21, Boca Raton, FL

This is probably one of the best mindfulness training DVDs out there. The exercises are easy to follow and having the video guidance in addition to the audio track proves to be invaluable. Not only are the garden's waterfalls and bonsai arrangements stunning, but using them to illustrate mindfulness concepts make it super easy for beginners. For those that have more mindfulness meditation experience, the DVD also includes the traditional body scan and sitting meditation exercises, which comes with a nifty on-screen tracking tool to assist you in maintaining focus. Overall, this DVD is a must have for anyone looking to start or enhance a mindfulness meditation practice!

Finally a meditation DVD I can use!! --EXCELLENT!

Review Date: September 15, 2009

Reviewer: Jay M. Greenfeld, Iowa

The Garden of Now truly simplifies the complexities of mindfulness and meditation. I am an author and lecturer on stress management and this DVD is an ideal fit for my students and readers. The soothing narration and visual effects allowed me to understand what parts of my body were most tense as I truly experienced the present moment. As I followed the guided steps of the exercises I was able to embrace the relaxing effects and better understand what it means to be in the now with my body and mind. Additionally, the guided steps of the various levels of mindfulness and the detailed body scan simultaneously unified my mind and body. I was also able to have a more restful sleep followed by a more productive day!

I have seen other videos on meditation and relaxation, but none of them were as effective as The Garden of Now. I had been looking for a DVD to use with college students and adults --finally, a resourceful tool I can use!! The narrator peacefully makes it easy for anyone to follow regardless of their meditation skill level or age. Thank you, I will use this frequently and often!!!

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Review Date: December 22, 2009

Reviewer: Richard Nongard -- SubliminalScience.com, USA

I teach meditation and practice mediation. I have begun to recommend this to others. It was well done, with a very practical side to it. Great job!

Powerful tool for STRESS REDUCTION!!

Review Date: October 6, 2009

Reviewer: Michael, USA

Working with this mindfulness dvd has been a LIFE CHANGING experience and I would recommend it anyone! I'm a busy professional who lives the typical stress-stress-stress lifestyle. I knew it was time for a change, so I decided to buy the garden of now dvd to see what mindfulness meditation was all about. I was a skeptic at first, but to my surprise, learning mindfulness has made it a lot easier for me to stay centered in the stillness of the present moment when things get hectic and chaotic in life. I have tried other stress reduction products in the past, but this dvd really does make it MUCH easier to learn a powerful stress management tool!

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Review Date: March 29, 2010

Reviewer: Jason Witonsky,

I work in the health care profession as a dentist. The latest discussion in our field is overall systemic health. I understand the importance of the mind body connection and improvements in systemic health such as diabetes mellitus, hypertension, and even smoking. This dvd has helped me learn mindfulness and recommend it to my patients.

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