Capturing Stillness Breathing Peace

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Peace
Peace around you
Peace within you

In “Capturing Stillness – Breathing Peace”, James Louis Parsons weaves together the art of haiku and the practice of meditation to cultivate moments of stillness, reflection, and inner harmony.
Each haiku is a gentle breath, a quiet pause, an invitation to embrace the serenity that exists both within and around us.
Rooted in the timeless tradition of haiku yet embracing its evolution, this collection offers glimpses of life’s fleeting beauty through the lens of mindfulness and awareness. From the hush of dawn to the whisper of the wind, these verses guide you toward a deeper connection with the present moment.
Let these haiku be a refuge, a source of calm amidst the noise of everyday life, reminding you to breathe, to be, and to find peace in the stillness.

From the Introduction:

The pursuit of peace is often thought of as a distant goal, something to be found in a quiet retreat or a faraway place. But peace is always present—within the rhythm of our breath, the whisper of the wind, the stillness between heartbeats. It is not something to be chased but something to be noticed, welcomed, and embraced.

Writing haiku has become my way of capturing this
stillness, distilling the essence of peace into three simple lines. Inspired by my practice of Let It Go Yoga and
meditation, I have taken on the challenge of using haiku to express moments of deep calm, reflection, and presence. Each poem is like a breath—brief yet profound, a
reminder to slow down and simply be.

Breath is the bridge between body and mind, the anchor that draws us back to the present. Through yoga and meditation, I have learned that the simple act of mindful breathing can open the door to inner peace. In the same way, these haiku are meant to offer a pause—a moment of quiet amidst the noise of daily life.

With “Capturing Stillness – Breathing Peace”, I invite you to step into this stillness, to breathe deeply, and to discover the peace that already exists within you.

James Louis Parsons

What readers are saying about
“Capturing Stillness – Haiku Reflections”

Such a beautiful book of nature photographs and peaceful haiku poetry! “Capturing Stillness” delivers a meditative vacation for calming the mind.
D.D.

James Parsons has created a driftwood treasure box full of refreshing gems. Each poem is paired with one of his beautifully composed photographs of coastal beauty that can only be found along the shores of Santa Barbara. It’s a pleasure to open this book and flip to any page. His words help me catch my breath. The words of the poem anchor many stray thoughts, and the photo shifts my regard to the simple grandeur of the scene. How calm things become. Beautifully bound, this is a high quality book to be read every day. Make it a showcase on your coffee table for guests to pick up and consider with delight. I love the images of breathing. … I love the breath centering poems I find in this book. “Deep flowing inhale Focusing on gratitude Exhaling with love”

D.H.

Inspiring thoughts, beautiful photographs and a
timeless addition to my library. It is on my coffee table as an inviting offer to all those who visit and a gentle reminder to always be present. This book brings me great joy! Thank you!
H.S.

So many timeless images of life on our planet that I know will carry on once I’m gone. This book makes me feel bittersweet knowing that I’ve been lucky enough to experience, what the words and photos describe. Paging through, also gives me an opportunity to connect with “My Inner Peace” when life gets loud and crazy.
D.A.

This inspirational book presents a steady reminder to Stay Present. There are so many forces that try to pull us away! Fear, pain, exhaustion, sadness, intrigue… But being present is the only path forward for those of us striving to support and love one another and make this world a better place. It provides the constant encouragement to let go of what you can’t control and what you can’t change. It reminds us to be thankful for what we have now. To look around and experience the beauty. Feel at peace. Jim has shared not only his beautiful photography and stunning Haiku, but also his secret for how he lives his life and remains one of the most calm, steady, reassuring people I know. Thank You!
A.K.

I knew Jim was an accomplished yoga instructor and musician, but I had no idea he was such a fine photographer and poet until we received our copy of. “Capturing Stillness”. What a lovely and inspiring collection of haiku and photos!
K.C.

Such a beautiful and heartening book. I have it on my coffee table, readily available for those moments when a little inspiration is needed to be lifted above the fray of the day.
D.K.