It's REALLY HARD to be mindful and present and joyful and peaceful and filled with light and love when you are on the verge of losing everything. When you have not a penny. When every waking moment is spent WORRYING about how I'm going to keep the roof over my kids' heads; how I'm gonna keep the lights on, the heat on, and the water running. How am I going to FEED THEM, let alone myself??? A hungry tummy is not very conducive to mindful presence and joyful feelings. Gggrrrrrr!