In this episode I spoke to Zenways sangha member, Sophie Barraclough. Sophie first trained as a mindfulness teacher in 2015, and since then has found herself being drawn more and more towards Zen. She talks about how her husband and children in particular have been wonderful troublesome buddhas for her, teaching her a great deal about how to loosen up, let go and compromise.She describes how, over time, she's become more aware of the difference between her and her reactions, and the positive effect of taking a mindful pause. She also observes how changes in her own behaviour have positively affected the behaviour and responses from others.This podcast is sponsored by Zen Minded - An online lifestyle store offering you the very best of Japanese craft, incense & other Zen-inspired home-goods. Check it out at www.zenminded.ukIf you liked this podcast, consider: Sharing it via social media - sharable link to this episode https://www.buzzsprout.com/1902945/9890764Buy me a coffee/tea https://www.buymeacoffee.com/westmoquetteSigning up to my email listwww.markwestmoquette.co.uk