Archive - Now About Meditation

This Breath A Teacher

A poem I wrote on mindfulness, reasoning behind it, and the wisdom that can be found in the simple act of breathing.

Apr 16 •

Dr Clayton Micallef PhD

March 2025

Mindfulness and Flow: Distinct States or Two Sides of The Same Coin?

Discover how mindfulness and flow states might be distinct, differ, overlap, and potentially enhance each other's benefits for performance and…

Mar 13 •

Dr Clayton Micallef PhD

February 2025

There Is No Perfect Way

A poem inspired by my students and my own practice of teaching mindfulness, reflecting the shared journey and universal challenges we face.

Feb 13 •

Dr Clayton Micallef PhD

January 2025

Does the pursuit of happiness lead to contentment?

"If you make up your mind not to be happy there’s no reason why you shouldn’t have a fairly good time.” (Wharton, 1908, p. 40)

Jan 14 •

Dr Clayton Micallef PhD

December 2024

Cultivating Gratitude: From Dissatisfaction To Contentment

How cultivating gratitude might be transformative but difficult to practice, and you’re not alone.

Dec 13, 2024 •

Dr Clayton Micallef PhD

November 2024

The Mind: What A Puzzle

A poem, what inspired me to write and its relation to Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)

Nov 15, 2024 •

Dr Clayton Micallef PhD

October 2024

White Bears, Mindfulness and Ironic Process Theory

What do a white bear, mindfulness, and a theory called Ironic Process Theory have to do with each other?

Oct 15, 2024 •

Dr Clayton Micallef PhD

September 2024

August 2024

Beginner Tips For Meditation: Start Small And Slow [With Guided Meditation]

Why start small as a beginner with mindfulness meditation? Do short meditation sessions have benefits? And guided meditation audio.

Aug 13, 2024 •

Dr Clayton Micallef PhD

July 2024

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