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The TTC: a blessing and a curse

Posted on February 6, 2013December 31, 2018 by Sarah E. McMillan

Empty seats inside a subway car

One of the biggest drawing features for living in Toronto is the TTC. What a scary concept, but it is true for me and it seems to be true for a lot of others as well. When people have asked me how I am enjoying life in the big city my answer usually involves something … Continue reading The TTC: a blessing and a curse

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This morning I listened to s meditation on the crowded subway while on my way into work. I could hear the din of people loud in the background. Normally when I do get on a loud train in the morning I can feel really bothered by it. This morning the meditation was asking me to focus inward on my “still point”. To my surprise I found the contrast really interesting and was able to close my eyes and find my centre. I’m curious if anyone else has experienced meditation in a crowded and busy place? What was it like for you? #meditation #mindfulness #innercalm #innerquiet #medi #stillpoint #commuterlife

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