Mindfulness
The Wandering Meditating Mind
There are many misconceptions about meditation. One is that you can’t meditation because your mind wanders. Some people believe you should be able to automatically and perfectly silence that nonstop, chattering, mostly negative inner voice that’s always talking to you. I certainly did and it’s why I took more quickly to mindful movement Qigong than…
Read MoreActive Waiting
One of the foundational attitudes of mindfulness is patience. The importance of this characteristic is underscored by its central presence in all major religions as well. In my re-reading of the late theologian Henri Nouwen’s book Discernment, he highlights that patience is not passivity but an “active waiting”. This spiritual view of patience as an active waiting applies in the secular…
Read MoreLiving in the Moment
If you want to be truly happy in life, learning to live in the moment is important. However, it is kind of an ambigous phrase, “living in the moment”. So, what does it mean to live in the moment and why is it so important? What is living in the moment? Living in the moment means…
Read MoreWhat Matters Most?
At the beginning of the year we often have lofty goals. By the third week of January though many of us have already given up or are starting to feel discouraged about reaching those goals. But that presents an opportunity for us to dig a bit deeper and be more aware of what we REALLY want and WHY. And…
Read MoreMeditation Tips to Get Your Practice Started
Meditation is a simple (though not always easy) practice that we often make more complicated than it needs to be. It is well worth the effort as a wonderful to get out of your head and into the body. If you’re new to meditation, here are some tips to get started. Settle into a comfortable…
Read MoreTiming Your Mindful Pause
Taking ten to twenty minutes out of the day for a sitting meditation is not for everyone. Short pauses during the day works best for some people. This can also be a part of a mindfulness practice. To practice this method, you take several short stops, or “pauses,” throughout your day. During this pause, you…
Read MoreTapping Into Your Subconscious With Meditation
Meditation is one of the best ways to connect with your subconscious. It has been used for that purpose for thousands of years. Calming the mind clears out the interference and provides space for the layers beneath to come to the forefront. Many forms of meditation exist. You have probably heard about a simple (though…
Read MoreAccessories to Support Your Meditation Practice
It is true that all you need is your mind and body to meditate. That doees not mean though that there aren’t props and other things that can help you meditate more easily. They can be especially helpful when you are first starting to learn. Here are a few accessories you can explore to help your practice.…
Read More5 Ways Relaxation Benefits Brain Health
You just need to relax… Odds are you have heard this advice before. And you are wondering how are you supposed to relax in the middle of all that you have going on. Whatever your personal reason for your stress and tension, there are good reasons for you to take the advice. This Scientific American…
Read MoreCreating a Special Space For You
You probably know that meditation is good for your body and mind. Still, it can be a challenge for you to find a place to sit and settle into a contemplative mode. Learn how to create a meditation space in your home or find a sanctuary nearby. After all, your surroundings play an important role…
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