Mindfulness and Surfing & Mindfulness & the Art of Drawing 2 Books Collection Set - Non Fiction - Hardcover

Titles in This Set:
Mindfulness and Surfing: Reflections for Saltwater Souls
Mindfulness & the Art of Drawing: A Creative Path to Awareness

Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Hardcover

Overview:
This two-book bundle brings together two transformative journeys into mindfulness, each anchored in a different creative path. Mindfulness and Surfing invites readers to see surfing not merely as sport, but as a moving meditation, where rhythm, breath, and the sea become teachers. Sam Bleakley—an acclaimed British surfer, writer, and longboard champion—frames the voyage as a lyrical exploration of nature, philosophy, and personal growth, from lunar tides to Taoist-inspired reflections. Paired with it, Mindfulness & the Art of Drawing by Wendy Ann Greenhalgh invites you to discover how drawing can become a daily practice of presence and play. Through accessible mindful exercises and introspective storytelling, Greenhalgh shows that mark-making is a doorway to wellbeing, imagination, and a refreshed relationship with the world. Together, these two hardback volumes form a premium, gift-ready collection that supports both quiet contemplation and creative expression, perfect for readers seeking calm, clarity, and a deeper reading experience.

What Makes This Collection Special:
This collection harmoniously blends two distinct paths to awareness, offering a holistic approach to mindfulness. Bleakley’s coastal prose turns the ocean into a mentor, teaching resilience, patience, and attentive living through the language of waves, winds, and water. Greenhalgh’s drawing practice reframes everyday creativity as meditation—drawing as breathing with a pencil. The pairing invites readers to cultivate presence both externally (the sea, landscape, and movement) and internally (thoughts, emotions, and intention). The result is a compelling, binge-friendly reading journey that rewards slow reflection and steady practice, making it an ideal gift for anyone looking to slow down, recharge, and reconnect with nature and inner calm through two complementary artful lenses.

Books Included in This Collection:
Mindfulness and Surfing: Reflections for Saltwater Souls
Mindfulness and Surfing offers a fresh lens on a beloved pursuit, reframing the ride as a form of meditation in motion. Bleakley blends personal narrative with philosophical reflections, guiding readers to notice the sea’s rhythms and the mind’s patterns alike. The book invites diverse readers—whether seasoned surfers or curious non-surfers—to explore how waves mirror life: evolving, returning, and inviting presence. It’s a thoughtful invitation to slow down, breathe with the tide, and bring mindful attention to everyday moments, both on and off the board.

Mindfulness & the Art of Drawing: A Creative Path to Awareness
Greenhalgh’s exploration of drawing as a mindfulness practice is warm, practical, and inviting. The book explains why doodling and mark-making can become reliable routes to calm, focus, and creative insight. Through gentle exercises and accessible guidance, it helps readers reconnect with play, experiment with perception, and cultivate a steadier, more compassionate relationship with their own art-making. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or a beginner, this book offers tools to slow down, observe, and receive the world through design, line, and breath.

Who This Set Is Perfect For:
This bundle is ideal for mindfulness seekers who crave gentle, sustained practices, whether they’re drawn to nature, art, or both. It suits surfers and non-surfers alike, artists and doodlers looking for a contemplative approach to creativity, and readers seeking meaningful, reflective reads that are easy to pause and return to. Gift buyers will find a premium, thoughtful present that fits coffee-table or bedside reading, while book clubs will appreciate the complementary themes that spark rich discussions about movement, nature, and creative practice. A wonderful choice for anyone building a personal daily mindfulness ritual or seeking fresh inspiration for creative journaling.

Key Benefits:

• Two beautifully bound hardbacks, offering a premium gift edition and a cohesive mindfulness pairing.
• Accessible, practical pathways to calm: mindful surfing and mindful drawing provide different routes to presence.
• Clear, lyrical writing from two experienced authors with authentic backgrounds in nature, art, and mindfulness.
• Useful exercises and reflection prompts to establish a personal mindfulness routine.
• Perfect for book lovers who want a meaningful, lasting addition to their collection.
• Great for gifting to readers, creatives, athletes, and anyone exploring mental well-being.
• Supports relaxation, focus, and self-discovery through nature-inspired narratives and artful practice.

About the Author:
Sam Bleakley is a renowned British surfer, travel writer, and longboard champion who brings a scholarly yet accessible voice to his memoirs and reflections. He holds a Master’s degree in Geography from Cambridge and a PhD focused on surfing and cultural travel, contributing thoughtful insight into the relationship between humans and the ocean. Bleakley’s work often blends sport, philosophy, and nature, making complex ideas feel intimate and navigable for readers seeking both inspiration and practical takeaways. Wendy Ann Greenhalgh is a writer, artist and teacher of creative mindfulness. She runs workshops and retreats that pair drawing, language, photography and meditation, helping people discover how mindful mark-making can calm the mind and nourish creativity. Her approach is warm, encouraging, and grounded in lived practice, making Mindfulness & the Art of Drawing a welcoming invitation to everyone exploring art and awareness.

Why You’ll Love This Set:
This two-book bundle offers a thoughtful, premium reading experience that blends movement, nature, and creativity into a single, coherent journey toward greater awareness. The pairing makes mindfulness tangible—whether you’re on a board, at a drawing desk, or simply on a quiet afternoon with a cup of tea. It’s a versatile gift for adults and younger readers alike, a compelling addition to any mindfulness shelf, and a stylish, collectible set that reads beautifully together or separately. Owning the complete duo creates a coherent reading path that supports ongoing practice, reflection, and inspiration for years to come.

Please Note: The individual books included in this listing will be dispatched as per the original UK ISBN and UK edition cover image shown in the image.