Quiet Mind: One Minute Mindfulness

by David Kundtz

Find yourself in the spaces between yourself and life. David Kundtz offers readers an exploration of depth and self-authenticity through his introspective book Quiet One Minute Mindfulness . The book contains a series of reflections that can illuminate every aspect of life. You will find guidance on using the moments between activities, which the author calls "still points", as opportunities to focus on becoming more fully awake to who you are. Welcome to a quiet mind―tranquillity, calmness, and clarity―in the midst of a too-busy world. In those moments where we often find ourselves in the busy hustle and bustle of everyday life, Quiet Mind offers us an extension of time by allowing ourselves just a few minutes of our day to stop and really Am I really living in the moment? Quiet Mind More than a meditation book. A welcome respite for anyone who lives a life that feels nonstop, Quiet Mind is an invitation to rest, find peace, awaken, and remember. If you enjoyed works such as The Power of Now , Quiet Your Mind , or Untethered Soul , then you will discover that Quiet Mind will give you the tools you need to live in the moment.

Genres: Self Help, Spirituality, Nonfiction, Meditation, Buddhism

384 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2003

Reviews

[Patricia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Often times my mind is in a blur. It was during one of those times when we were in the Chautauqua Institution Book Store that my BFF pulled this book off the shelf and said, "maybe you wold enjoy this." "Humm" I said and added to my purchases for the day.

For the next few weeks I ignored the book...just one more in my leaning bedside stack. Then one day I picked it up and read the first few pages. "This is what I need," I thought and carried it with me as I left the house for my morning swim. After my swim, I sat in my car enjoying my iced tea and read the first page and a half long One minute retreat that begins with a quote and ends with a challenge to think about for the rest of the day. It was such an enjoyable moment, that I made it my daily routine. When I got to the end of the book, I started over again from the beginning. I keep this book in the passenger seat door pocketof my car and pull it out when stuck in traffic or have to wait for some reason. Instead of pounding the steering wheel or silently cussing, I turn to my car's library and enjoy the gift of unplanned reading time.

[Green Heart Guidance · Rating 4 out of 5]

(refers to 2000 edition of the book) Quiet Mind by David Kundtz offers approximately 180 short reflections for the reader. Focused around the idea of finding quiet and peace in our crazy lives, the author approaches a wide range of topics from death to road rage to the arts to walking, all in two short pages a piece. The spirituality is non-denominational and refers to many different traditions throughout the book. I found most of the pieces (though not all) to be engaging and worth reading.

[Barbara · Rating 5 out of 5]

My husband and I just finished an eight month shared reading of Quiet Mind: One-Minute Retreats from a Busy World by David Kundtz. The book is filled with short essays that do only take a few minutes to read. They cover a wide range of thoughts, mainly focused on stopping and becoming aware. The examples given for each thought are always relevant. Each selection is followed by a suggestion for the day. The readings and discussion were a great way to start our day together. I especially liked that the daily readings were not dated. We didn’t feel like we had to ‘catch up’ if we missed a day or two. We just continued from where we left off. Because they aren’t dated, we ended the book in August and are beginning Awakened Mind, also written by Kundtz, which seems like the best next reading. We don’t feel like we are locked into a January 1 to December 31 schedule. Quiet Mind is definitely a good read for individual and/or partner readings.

[Victoria · Rating 4 out of 5]

I totally enjoyed this daily reading book.. Each chapter gives inspiring and simple ways to get off the more/faster conveyor bellt of daily life... Filled to the brim with ideas that provoke thought and inspiration... As I was nearing the end I wanted to make sure there were more books by this author... was delighted there are... downloaded my next one. I”m a happy camper! Thank you, David.

[Nan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Wonderful little dayly devotional! Will read it again, and again...

[foreverbooked · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is like having free counselling session. I loved every page.

[Reed Güd · Rating 3 out of 5]

This 370-page non-fiction first-edition book was published in 2000 by Conari Press and it fits under the Book Bingo square “Sharing a Name”. This book consists of short one- or two-paged chapters encouraging the reader to be still and meditate. Many quotes and anecdotes were included to convey the message that keeping quiet for just one moment makes a huge difference. This self-help book was written from a Christian standpoint and was meant to allow the reader to draw closer to God. The individual chapters are not hard to read since they are often humorous and are less than 500 words each. However, the book becomes increasingly repetitive with the same general idea of the goodness of setting aside time for rest and God. For people who are not appreciative of redundancy, this book would not be worthwhile to read. Therefore, it deserves a rating of three stars.

[Sue · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am really enjoying this book. It blends beautifully with yoga! Written very simply with interesting ideas and questions. Thought provoking. Each 'idea' entry starts with a quote that relates to the reading. And he ends it by suggesting that you try or just think about something.

There are several ideas per chapter. I am limiting myself to one chapter a day, I think I will just keep reading it forever.



AN ADDITIONAL COMMENT:

it is now 1/24/2014 and I still read this book often. I keep it on my bedside table.

[Kayla Colyer · Rating 4 out of 5]

I liked reading all these little life retreats. It is a great reminder to be positive and to just take a look at the beautiful happenings around you right at this moment. You don't always have to be doing something to be living. I now have a better understanding of the difference between doing nothing and doing nothing with purpose and meaning. I will definitely put that to use in my daily life.

"Life just is. You have to flow with it. Give yourself to the moment. Let it happen." -Jerry Brown

[Anita Zinn · Rating 5 out of 5]

11-1-12

Encouraging, bite size reminders, - to slow down - so we can hear our soul speak.

GUARDIAN ANGEL

Quote:

"I am the bird that flutters against your window in the morning,

and your closest friend, whom you can never know......". ---Rolf Jacobsen (translated by Robert Bly)

[Kristin · Rating 3 out of 5]

I'm keeping this my bed as a reminder to chill out.

[Rebecca · Rating 3 out of 5]

meditation book. gift from RE.

[Patty Perrier · Rating 4 out of 5]

I like this book. I have taken a half hour or so ever morning for 30 years to read and reflect. This book is a nice one for reflective thought on living in the moment.

[Jean · Rating 4 out of 5]

I found many of these daily stories/ events to be particularly insightful and relevant to my daily living. Excellent book for daily meditation.

[Cheryle · Rating 4 out of 5]

I read each day as I was eating breakfast and taking a few moments each morning to reflect on the topic of the day.