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April 14, 2025 30 mins

We explore the meditative practice of water pouring and how this simple action can become a mindful ritual. The episode demonstrates how everyday actions can be opportunities for presence and attention.

• Using water itself as a tool to manipulate more water
• The repetitive nature of pouring as a mindfulness practice
• Finding beauty and meaning in seemingly mundane activities
• How small, deliberate actions can create moments of presence
• Connecting to ancient traditions through simple everyday rituals

Try this water-pouring exercise at home. Pour slowly, with full attention, and notice the sensations, sounds, and visual experience. Please share your experiences with us on social media using #MindfulPouring.

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(06:07):
I'm going to use a little bitof water to get the water out.

(06:37):
I'm going to pour it into aglass and pour it into a glass.
I'm going to use a little bitof water to get the water out.
I'm going to pour it in alittle bit of water.

(06:59):
I'm going to pour it in alittle bit of water.
I'm going to pour it in alittle bit of water.
I'm going to pour it in alittle bit of water.
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(21:18):
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