The Only Moment There Is: Living In the Here and Now

0/5 ( ratings)

Dr. David French's third book The Only Moment There Is, helps the reader understand how the mind really works. Dr. French calls the mind "The Machine" and its sole mission is to protect us. Formed in early childhood, it protected all of us from many levels of pain and trauma, because all of us were hurt in one way or another and didn't know why.

Dr. French takes us on a journey using intimate language and metaphors that will allow you to visualize and truly understand how the mind works. The mind is fueled by fear and doubt. It loves to "anticipate the future" and "remember" the past...but, it avoids the present, the now...the only moment there is.

The cover of this book illustrates the powerful metaphor for living in the now. Imagine a swirling merry-go -round full of glitter and lights, with a simple park bench nearby. The park bench is the place of awareness as it watches the swirling merry-go-round on auto pilot...surviving, but not living.

You're going to find Dr. French speaks to you on many different levels, so while you consider insights as they may apply to your life, go ahead and color your world too. De-stress, unwind, and color your worries away. Use virtually any means to color from felt tip markers, gel pens, colored pencils, and crayons. This "adult" coloring book does NOT come with adult language or sexual innuendoes.

It all begins with a line. That line can go many places. It can be added to, shaded, and more. And other lines may join it, each one on its own journey, bending, curving, breaking away, and maybe reuniting to the whole. MAKE IT YOUR OWN.

81 original illustrations have been delicately crafted to stimulate your mind and creativity. There is no 'correct' way to proceed. Do what inspires you - color a little or a lot, use shading, white space and other techniques to create your masterpiece. Remember, coloring isn't just for kids!

The Benefits of Coloring

Believe it or not, coloring is good for you. Here are just a few of the reasons why:
Improve and increase your ability to concentrate
Aids in relaxation. Still your mind, switch off, and lose yourself
Improve dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and fine motor skills
Develop a greater sense of visual acuity
Develop increased color awareness and an appreciation of line, shape, perspective, and form
Gain a sense of accomplishment and boost your self-esteem
Stimulate your creativity