Zen and the Art of Doughnut Making: A Sweet Path to Mindfulness

Mary Beth Hazeldine
4 min readJan 5, 2024
Photo by Rod Long on Unsplash

In today’s fast-paced world, finding peace and tranquility can often seem like a distant dream. But what if I told you that the path to mindfulness could be as delightful and delicious as making doughnuts?

Yes, you heard that right — doughnuts! Let’s embark on a whimsical journey where the sweet art of doughnut making meets the serene world of Zen meditation.

The Dough as Your Canvas: Mindfulness in Mixing

Imagine standing in your kitchen, ingredients laid out before you, ready to create something magical. The process of measuring, pouring, and mixing isn’t just about following a recipe; it’s an opportunity to be truly present.

As you sift the flour and knead the dough, let each motion be a meditation. Feel the texture, notice the subtle changes as ingredients combine, and embrace the calmness that comes with this focused activity.

Just like in Zen, where every action is an opportunity for mindfulness, in doughnut making, every stir and knead brings you closer to culinary nirvana.

The Art of Waiting: Patience in Proofing

Zen Buddhism teaches the value of patience, and what better way to practice this than waiting for your…

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Mary Beth Hazeldine

Chief Inspiration Officer, Spiritual Psychologist, Hypnotherapist, Writer, Chef, Dog Lover, Line Dancer, Ex-Banker, MBA— marybeth@marybethhazeldine.com