Be Here Now: Finding Peace and Joy in the Present Moment

by Meredith Gaston

Be Here Now  will show you how to discover your 'now', building resilience and nurturing your own inner sanctuary by treasuring the world, just as it is now, in all its simplicity and authenticity.

Beautifully written and illustrated by acclaimed artist Meredith Gaston with photographs by Roberto Massimo, Be Here Now shows you how easy it is to reconnect with the moment, pushing aside life's challenges to rediscover the simple things in life. This inspiring book will assist you to relax and enjoy the moment, a skill that should never be forgotten. 

192 pages, Hardcover

Published May 16, 2023

About the author

Meredith Gaston is an internationally acclaimed Australian artist, best-selling author, and passionate wellness advocate. Celebrating the release of her sixth book ‘The Art of Wellbeing – Joyous Living Inspired by Nature’ , Meredith continues to grow her prolific and diverse creative practise.

Meredith’s playfully sophisticated signature style and inspirational words bring comfort and joy to many. Her lovingly illustrated books are translated into foreign languages, her original artworks and limited edition prints collected worldwide.

While exhibiting her artwork locally and abroad from a young age, Meredith graduated from The University of Sydney, majoring in Art History and Theory and Gender and Cultural Studies. Continuing her education as an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, Meredith frequently features in the media and public sphere discussing wellbeing and creativity in daily life.

Meredith lives with her husband and poodle Rudi on the picturesque Mornington Peninsula of Victoria. This year she is celebrating the re-release of her first title ‘Tucked In’ (Now, ‘Your Bed Loves You‘) and the launch of her new label ‘Love Meredith’ – Boutique giftware inspired by nature, and devoted to women’s wellbeing.

Reviews

[Jessica Douglas · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was super super cute

[Voir · Rating 5 out of 5]

Time dissolves when you open this beautiful book and immerse your attention in each page of calm, captivating photos, gorgeous artwork and soothing words. The inspiration from this book is infinite and the lessons to be present, grateful and find meaning and joy truly feel like a genuine guiding connection to the universal energy and natural world around us. So much appreciation for the essential reminder this book delivers - to stop in this busy world and quietly focus on what really matters.

[Stacey C · Rating 5 out of 5]

Filled with beautiful words, images and illustrations 🌻

[Kerrie Hurrell · Rating 5 out of 5]

A beautifully illustrated and photographed but that absolutely inspires, celebrating " the unending magic of life" and the importance of being present. Loved every moment in every essay.

[Katrina · Rating 5 out of 5]

An absolutely beautiful and soul-soothing book filled with gentle wisdom and heartfelt reminders to slow down and truly be in the moment 🌿💛 Every page radiates calm positivity and light ✨

The illustrations are simply stunning 🎨 Each one adds warmth and meaning to the words, making the whole reading experience feel like a mindful escape 🌸🕊️ I found myself pausing often just to soak in the art and messages 💫

A book to treasure, reflect on, and return to whenever you need grounding or inspiration 💕 Peaceful, uplifting, and utterly gorgeous inside and out 📖🌈

[Kara · Rating 3 out of 5]

Knowing how to move forward in our lives, especially in the face of difficult emotions that cloud our clarity, requires patience and compassion. ... In order to emerge from moments or even stretches in darkness into the light - into the brightness of our own light and the grater light of life of which we are all a part - we are called to sit with things. Sit with our feelings tenderly. Sit with our thoughts lovingly.