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Dear Fellow Meditators and Readers,

FIVE FREE COPIES OF ‘WHY MINDFULNESS IS BETTER THAN CHOCOLATE’ UP FOR GRABS

I am delighted to let you know that that I’ll be mailing free, signed copies of my new book to the FIVE winners of a raffle, held over the next week.

Entering the raffle is free of charge, and should take you no more than about 30 seconds . To do it now, click here a Rafflecopter giveaway

JOIN MY WEBINAR ON TUESDAY 24^th JUNE

Separately, my Australian publishers, Allen & Unwin, are hosting a webinar this coming Tuesday, 24^th June at 6.30 pm Sydney time, which you are very welcome to attend, wherever in the world you live.

If you’d like to register for this free event, click here https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6831638836534929922) The link will also show you when time the event will be in your local time zone).

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Stay tuned for my next blog on the difference between mindfulness and meditation.

David

www.davidmichie.com

Comments (38)

Barbara

ReplyJune 21, 2014

Love your posts.
- David Michie Author
  
  ReplyJune 21, 2014
  
  Many thanks Barbara!
Averil Ineson

ReplyJune 21, 2014

I am trying mindfulness all the time. Sitting here with my Siamese cat Cleo purring and wondering how much good her purring is doing for me. If it helps to heal that is wonderful. Sun, a bowl of cherries, my cat, living at Casa Serena, is a perfect place to be mindful.
Susanne

ReplyJune 21, 2014

Good morning,

my friend Gitty, she lives in Perth, brought me to think about meditation.
I read your book “Hurry up an meditate”. This was like a eye opener.
Since then, now more than 1,5 years, I meditate nearly every evening for 20 minutes.

I changed. Funny anyway, that people around who couldn´t “handle” me as I was, can not handle me as I am now. But it doesn´t mind.

I read the Dalai Lama´s cat and now Iam reading the “Art of purring”.
I love the teachings the cat explains me. Cats are really close to me and my way of living.
(please excuse my english … it is yery german ;o))

In April this year I was in Perth, visting my friend Gitty, she took me to the Temple on Sundays and to friends of her, a meditation group. I enjoyed the evening with the teachings of Peter and the guided meditaion with this friendly people.

So I am looking forward to your posts.
- David Michie Author
  
  ReplyJune 21, 2014
  
  Thank you so much Susanne for your very kind words about the books. You may be interested to know that The Dalai Lama’s Cat has just been published in German (Enlightenment to Go was published last year in German). I am so glad you had a chance to visit our temple in Perth. I’m sure I’ll see Gitty soon – maybe even tomorrow.
  
  And it’s really heartwarming to know of your meditation journey. For me, it has been the most transformational adventure of my life!
  
  Warm regards, David
  - Susanne
    
    ReplyJune 29, 2014
    
    Good Morning David,
    
    Gitty informed me about the german translations and i read it on FB.
    Thank you for the hint.
    
    I hope the little cat will guide me some more years, i think i need ;o) it. She is – as i said – a little like me, she stumble from one thing into the other, and after learning she thinks – like me – that she understood everything, until the next …
    
    I like to read your books in your language because for me it is closer and more authentic. And it is a little more effort to read. It is more intensive.
    
    thank you
Alison Bruce

ReplyJune 21, 2014

Hi David,
Just wanted to say how much I enjoyed both the Dalai Lama’s Cat and The Art of Purring. I gifted a copy of both to my mother, who is sadly suffering terminal mesothelioma. She loved them too and they gave her much comfort. I do hope HHC will return with more of her adventures. Purrs of thanks, Alison. =^..^=
- David Michie Author
  
  ReplyJune 22, 2014
  
  Thank you so much, Alison. I am very moved by your mother’s response. HHC is working hard right now on the next one due out in June 2015. Warmest wishes to you and your Mum, David
- Jaye Benichou
  
  ReplyJune 22, 2014
  
  How beautiful Alison, for you to share this magnificent book, with your Mother.
  
  I purchased a copy for a dear friend who was nursing her Mother to the other side.
  They too shared the magic and delight of ‘The Dali Lamas Cat’.
  David Michie certainly has a way of keeping you in the moment.
  
  Kindly yours
  
  Jaye
  - David Michie Author
    
    ReplyJune 23, 2014
    
    Thank you so much Jaye!
Gonzalo A. Padilla

ReplyJune 21, 2014

So far… your books are the best way to get introduce into basic buddhism. so basically… your books are not just a cool story happening, but a great tool too. Thank you.

Greetings from Chile.
- David Michie Author
  
  ReplyJune 22, 2014
  
  Hi Gonzalo, I think you are my first, known, Chilean to send a comment – I had no idea my books had got that far! Thank you so much for your very kind message, I sincerely appreciate it!
  - Gonzalo Padilla
    
    ReplyJune 25, 2014
    
    Does that means that I’am too far away to win a singned copy?
    - David Michie Author
      
      ReplyJune 25, 2014
      
      No Gonzalo – the competition is open to everyone!
Gayle Keresey

ReplyJune 22, 2014

I have enjoyed your two cat books and am looking forward to reading your new title.
- David Michie Author
  
  ReplyJune 22, 2014
  
  Thanks so much Gayle – hope you find it useful!
Bob

ReplyJune 22, 2014

Your books are very enlightening and easy to read. I look forward to the getting my hands on the ‘chocolate’ variety. 🙂
- David Michie Author
  
  ReplyJune 22, 2014
  
  Thank you so much, Bob – I sincerely appreciate your message! Hope you enjoy the chocolate indulgence!
Helen Appleyard

ReplyJune 22, 2014

I have read The Dalai Lama’s cat, The Art of Purring, Hurry up and meditate and now I cannot wait to read Why mindfulness is better than chocolate.
You are a true inspiration and write so beautifully.
As a fellow meditator I love that you are sending the message in such a kind, simple way. I know you have changed many peoples perceptions of meditation through your books and teachings and through that education have changed many lives for the better.
I have attended your meditation workshop with my sister and husband – both of them are now converts. I will be taking my daughter, ex husband and friends to the next one in August and can’t wait.
I love seeing how this simple practice changes lives. I just wish Meditation was compulsory at all schools. Wouldn’t it be amazing for all children to learn this skill, have the gift and help to make the future world a more loving, peaceful place for us all.
Thank you David Michie!
- David Michie Author
  
  ReplyJune 23, 2014
  
  Thank you so much, Helen, for your very kind words about my books and workshop. I sincerely appreciate them and look forward to seeing you in August!
Hermina Sibley

ReplyJune 23, 2014

I do enjoy your Seminars and I am looking forward to the 24th of August.
- David Michie Author
  
  ReplyJune 23, 2014
  
  Thank you so much Hermina! It’s always nice to have that direct contact with fellow travellers on the path!
Neena Ghose

ReplyJune 23, 2014

Dear David,
I’ve read The Dalai Lama’s Cat and The art of Purring, to me both very delightful books and very kind ways of reminding us to search within for the solution to our difficulties.
I’m reading Hurry up and Meditate !
Thank you .I enjoy, and am inspired by your writing.
- David Michie Author
  
  ReplyJune 23, 2014
  
  Thank you so much Neena for taking the time to write and for your very generous words about my books. Warm regards, David
Kristyn

ReplyJune 26, 2014

Hello David!
I just finished reading The Dalai Lama’s Cat, I enjoyed it very much. It was the push I needed to return to my practice. That may sound odd but being the faithful servant to 3 of my own cats it reminded me of what was important to me as in recent years I have wandered away from myself. Thank you for helping me to find my way back to where I need to be.
- David Michie Author
  
  ReplyJune 26, 2014
  
  Thank you so much, Kristyn for taking the time to send this message and for your kind words about The Dalai Lama’s Cat! I am so glad you are returning to the path. Warmest wishes, David
Daryl Currie

ReplyJune 27, 2014

i just started reading both books, “Dalai Lama” and “Purring”. I am thoroughly enjoying them. Funny, I, too, have a huge gentle Siamese, and an amazing view so the books are delightful with Claude’s purring, and the view of the Olympic mountains. I am in Victoria, Canada, one of the best places in the world.
- David Michie Author
  
  ReplyJune 27, 2014
  
  Sounds idyllic, Daryl! So glad you and your feline companion are enjoying the read – will have to put Victoria on my list of places to visit.
Cintia Telles

ReplyJuly 4, 2014

Dear David,

My name is Cintia and I live in São Paulo, Brazil. The place where the World Cup is happening!!
I read your book “The Dalai Lama’s Cat” and I lovet it!! Congratulations, the book is an amazing book. I love cats and I realized that you know cats a lot, and more than that, you love then too.
I am sad because I’ve finished the book and really, I could read it again!!
Please, is there a continuity? Please give me the title,

Congratulations, this book is fantastic!!

Cintia
- David Michie Author
  
  ReplyJuly 4, 2014
  
  Dear Cinta, Thank you so much for taking the time and trouble to write me a message in English – I sincerely appreciate it! There is a second book, The Art of Purring. It has not – yet – been translated into Brazilian, but I hope it may be. In the meantime, you can get the English version online. With thanks again, David
Sue Grant

ReplyJuly 20, 2014

Hi David
I have just read both of your books on the Dalai Lama’s cat and loved them. Once I began each I couldn’t stop until I’d finished so I’ll be going back and re-reading them to ensure I digest the prolific spiritual teachings some more. I see you have another due out next year and I look forward to reading that too.
Thanks so much for writing such insightful books in an incredibly entertaining and “real” way.
Sue from NZ
- David Michie Author
  
  ReplyJuly 20, 2014
  
  Thank you so much for getting in touch, Sue – I really appreciate your warm message of support. Very best, David
Kimberly McPhee

ReplyAugust 10, 2014

Hi David,
I have just finished reading “The Art of Purring” and I enjoyed every moment of it! It really spoke to me and I was able to see myself in many of the pages. Thank you so much for inspiring me to follow a new path!
Cheers,
Kim
- David Michie Author
  
  ReplyAugust 11, 2014
  
  Thanks so much Kimberly for taking the time to contact me and for your warm words about The Art of Purring. I am so glad you found the book useful! Warmest regards, David
Suzanne Richardson

ReplyAugust 20, 2014

Hello David.I am going to a presentation on the 2nd of September to hear about Mindfulness.You are the presenter and so I thought I should find out more about you and your books. What a pleasure it has been! I shall be reading your books as soon as I can. I had the joy of sharing sixteen years with my Birman cat Sophie and thirteen years with her son.One night Sophie called me to the front door where she delivered three baby birds , one by one from my next door neighbour’s house.The nest had fallen out of the tree. There wasn’t a mark on any of them. Two were given to a fauna rescue service and survived. The other one I fear died of fright and Sophie was very concerned.It was dead when she gave it to me.Her serene presence ,intelligence and kindness were there for all to see. She faced huge dogs in our driveway and somehow by standing her ground and looking at them, without any aggression, she convinced them to leave. Another Birman cross who graced our lives, brought a tiny blue wren to me, unharmed. I am sure I shall enjoy your cat books.
- David Michie Author
  
  ReplyAugust 20, 2014
  
  Thank you so much Suzanne for your very kind words and intriguing story! I hope we have a chance to meet on Sept 2nd! Warmest wishes, David
Sunil Chhabra

ReplyAugust 29, 2014

Dear David,

I finished The Dalai Lama’s cat and The Art of Purring. Thanks for writing such lovely books that educate in such simple yet powerful manner. I placed order for 3 more books including Enlightenment To Go, which I am reading currently. I could not however find “Mindfulness is better than Chocolate” in India. Is this yet to be launched in this market? I heard you reading out the first chapter of this book on your website and would like to read it asap. Please do advise.

Warm Regards,
Sunil
- David Michie Author
  
  ReplyAugust 29, 2014
  
  Thank you so much, Sunil, for your very kind words! Very best, David

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