At retreats and in Sangha discussions, friends often ask about the use of wine in religious ceremonies in light of the Fifth Mindfulness Training's prohibition on alcohol. Some practitioners are comfortable offering juice instead…
Leslie Rawls
Leslie Rawls, True Realm of Awakening, co-founded and practices with the Charlotte Community of Mindfulness in North Carolina, US. She was ordained into the Order of Interbeing in 1995 and received Lamp Transmission from Thay in 2009. Leslie has worked in many roles to support the Mindfulness Bell: as the first Family Practice Section editor, managing editor, Sangha Directory maintenance team member, and caretaking council member. Her beautiful children continue to inspire her and fill her heart.
Articles in The Mindfulness Bell
Poem by Leslie Rawls
By Leslie Rawls
Sweeter than apples, More precious than papery leaves Gilded by silver moonlight. Breath!
The Gift of the Bell
By Leslie Rawls
Editing this issue of The Mindfulness Bell, I have been able to focus on my breath as a reality, not as a habit. The habit is when the bell rings, I stop…