Charles Francis
MPA, MA
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Mindfulness Meditation Expert
Charles Francis Quick Facts
- Main Areas
- Mindfulness Meditation
- Best Sellers
- Mindfulness Meditation Made Simple (Paradigm Press)
- Career Focus
- Author, Speaker, and Meditation Instructor
- Affiliation
- The Mindfulness Meditation Institute
Charles A. Francis is the cofounder and director of the Mindfulness Meditation Institute, and author of the new book, “Mindfulness Meditation Made Simple: Your Guide to Finding True Inner Peace” (Paradigm Press). He is also the creator of the “12 Steps of the Mindfulness Meditation Practice,” and a regular Huffington Post contributor.
Charles has studied mindfulness with Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh, and has a passion for helping people and organizations realize their full potential through the practice. He is a speaker and consultant, and leads workshops and retreats in Raleigh, NC where he resides. To learn more about him and the Mindfulness Meditation Institute, visit: www.MindfulnessMeditationInstitute.org.
Charles Francis Audio & Video Programs
Charles Francis Books
Mindfulness Meditation Made Simple: Your Guide to Finding True Inner Peace (paperback)
http://www.mindfulnessmeditationinstitute.org/what-is-mindfulness-meditation/mindfulness-meditation-made-simple/
Mindfulness in the Workplace (ebook)
http://www.mindfulnessmeditationinstitute.org/mindfulness-in-the-workplace/
Mastering Relationships With Mindfulness (ebook)
http://www.mindfulnessmeditationinstitute.org/mastering-relationships-with-mindfulness/
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What Enlightened People Do
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12 Qualities of an Enlightened Person
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Study Finds Mindfulness Meditation Reduces Loneliness
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What Exactly Is Enlightenment?
Over the last couple of weeks, I’ve gotten into two different discussions about the definition of enlightenment. Those of us who are on a spiritual path have some idea of what the term means, but when we’re put on the spot to give a clear definition, we find ourselves getting tongue-tied.
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The Mindfulness Meditation Retreat: Your Most Powerful Tool for Spiritual Development
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How to Meditate: Staying Focused and Committed to Your Meditation Practice
Staying focused and committed to a meditation practice can be a challenge for beginning meditators. It's easy to get distracted by your other commitments, and begin neglecting your meditation practice. Next thing you know, you've completely stopped meditating. There are a couple of ways to stay on track. One of them is to use a simple, yet extremely powerful, psychological principle to help you stay committed to your goals. It is called the commitment and consistency principle.
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Learning How to Meditate: 3 Reasons Why Beginning Meditators Have So Much Difficulty
In recent years, there has been a tremendous upsurge in the number of people learning how to meditate. The main reason is that scientists are confirming the benefits that practitioners have been touting for years, and much more. But for the beginner, it is often difficult figuring out where to start. In this article, we'll examine the reasons for the confusion, and give you a good starting point, so you can get the most from your meditation practice, and realize true happiness and inner peace.
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Why Is Mindfulness Meditation Gaining So Much Popularity in the West?
If you're new to meditation, you know how hard it is to learn how to meditate properly. With all the different forms of meditation and books on the market, it's almost impossible for the beginner to figure out where to start. In this article, we're going to look at why mindfulness meditation has become so popular in recent years. This will help you understand why it's so effective in helping practitioners find true happiness and inner peace. What Exactly is Mindfulness Meditation?
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The Mindfulness Revolution: How Mindfulness Meditation Is Transforming Our Society
You've probably noticed that talk about mindfulness meditation is much more common than it was just a few years ago. Today, I hear about mindfulness meditation from a variety of different sources: on the news, television talk shows, online, and most often in conversation. It wasn't long ago that people who meditated were considered to be on the fringes of society. In the 60s and 70s, they were called hippies. In the 80s and 90s, they were called new-agers.
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Charles A. Francis
The Mindfulness Meditation Institute
1001 Taos Trail
Raleigh, NC 27603
Phone: (919) 803-3517
Website: http://www.MindfulnessMeditationInstitute.org
Contact Form Online: http://www.mindfulnessmeditationinstitute.org/contact-us/
How to get started
The best way to get started learning how to get the most from your meditation practice is by visiting our website, www.MindfulnessMeditationInstitute.org