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The Hour That Disappeared
Welcome back to The Noticing Stone. It's good to be with you again. As summer settles in and the days stretch wide, today’s story...
Ted Garcia
Jul 182 min read


Stopping the Apps: Embracing Mindfulness with Pandit Dasa's Metaphor and The Noticing Stone™
Hi there, and welcome to The Noticing Stone™. This is your space to slow down, take a breath, and reconnect. Whether you’re here for a...
Ted Garcia
Jul 142 min read


The Man Who Carried Too Much
Welcome to The Noticing Stone . Every stone has its place. And every moment, its invitation. Today’s story is one of burden and...
Ted Garcia
Jul 82 min read


The Stone That Had Neither a Past Nor a Future
Hi there. Welcome to The Noticing Stone™ . In a world that urges us to do more, be more, and chase what’s next, this space offers...
Ted Garcia
Jul 72 min read


The Gift Returned Unopened
Welcome back to The Noticing Stone. Whether this is your first visit or your fiftieth, I’m glad you’ve paused here a moment. The stone,...
Ted Garcia
Jul 42 min read


The Sneetches Who Couldn't Stop to See
Welcome Back to The Noticing Stone Blog! Hello, dear readers! Welcome back to our little corner of reflection and awareness. Today, I...
Ted Garcia
Jun 282 min read


The Man Who Mistook a Pebble for the Present Moment
It was just a pebble at first. Warmed by sun, rubbed smooth by time. He picked it up near the edge of the garden, not because it was...
Ted Garcia
Jun 272 min read


Even a Small Stone Can Anchor a Rushing Mind
The Power of a Mindful Pause Welcome back, Noticers. In our fast-paced world, it's easy to feel like we need grand gestures or extensive...
Ted Garcia
Jun 222 min read


A Stone, A Pause, A Gift
Not long ago, someone asked, "Why carry a stone in a pocket." I answered simply: “To remember.” There’s something quietly powerful about...
Ted Garcia
Jun 211 min read


The Stillness of the Stream: Finding Your Anchor in a Rushing Mind
Welcome back, Noticers. Today, let's settle into a tale from the Sufi tradition, one that reminds us of the power found not in battling...
Ted Garcia
Jun 203 min read


The Empty Teacup
Long ago, in a quiet village by the river, there lived an old potter named Shen. His hands were cracked like the clay he shaped, and his...
Ted Garcia
Jun 162 min read


The Merchant, the Stone, and the Moment
Letting Go of Comparison, One Palmful at a Time We live in a world that thrives on comparison. Who has more? Who is happier? Who’s doing...
Ted Garcia
Jun 142 min read


The Noticing Stone™: Transform Stress with this Simple Technique
In a fast-paced world filled with constant stimulation, finding moments of stillness and peace can seem like a daunting task. However,...
Ted Garcia
Jun 72 min read


Mastering Mindfulness: The Noticing Stone™ Practice Explained
In the hustle and bustle of modern life, finding moments of peace and mindfulness can seem like a daunting task. However, with the right...
Ted Garcia
Jun 72 min read


Discover Inner Peace: Healing Stories with The Noticing Stone™
In today’s fast-paced world, finding moments of tranquility and inner peace can seem like an elusive dream. However, with the help of a...
Ted Garcia
Jun 72 min read
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