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Zen Buddhism – Gary Knapton – Manchester

Gary’s thoughtful language and blog captures daily social interactions. Here is an interplay between natural emotions and linkage with thinking intellectual, religious insights. Listen and review this short, four minute Zen Buddhism video. Does the message sound familiar? Why? Is this your life? Read more →

Friends in the Forest of Dean and Redemption

Check out alternative life style and healthy living in Herefordshire and Gloucestershire. From Ross on Wye's John Kyrle Walk, along to Symond's Yat and heading across the Forest of Dean to Lydney there are countless activities to improve your well-being and mindfulness. The UK's best kept secret is here. Read more →

Skiddaw Lake District Wheel Chair Ascent

Tom Green, a twenty five year old with cerebral palsy, is attempting a wheel chair ascent of Skiddaw in the Lake District. The aim is to raise money for a dementia charity. With the support of Bendrigg Lodge and the Calvert Trust, two specialist outdoor centres for people with disabilities, Tom will use one of their modified reinforced wheel chairs and will under the expert guidance of the centre's staff for the event. Ten helpers will assist the four and half hour ascent. Read more →