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    Life of Service

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    Mark ColemanPublished October 1, 2016 · Updated October 22, 2026 · 1 min read

    Mark Coleman, a meditation teacher and author, gives this talk on a life of service, one filled with compassion and loving-kindness.

    A note from Sean

    When I bought mindfulnessexercises.com, I thought it would simply be a website of free audio talks and meditations. So I decided to share them for free.

    Try this today. Choose one small act of care for someone today and do it without announcing it. A message, a task taken off their plate, a held door. Notice how your body feels while you do it.

    Keep going: Reflections on the Splendor of Generosity and The Kind Heart.

    This suits anyone who wants to give more without running dry. If you’re worn down from caring for others, or grieving, go gently. Begin with one small kindness toward yourself, and stop when you need to.

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