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Incredible Ways To Pamper Your Body, Mind, And Spirit

Adulting can be challenging. From paying bills to securing a bright future, there’s a lot going on. But amidst juggling professional and personal responsibilities,...

Try a Self-Compassion Break

A sense of interconnectedness is central to self-compassion. It’s recognizing that all humans are flawed works-in-progress, that everyone fails, makes mistakes, and experiences hardship...

Yoga For Improving Memory and Concentration

Intelligence, memory, and concentration are human traits that are highly valued and sought after. There are various yogic techniques that stimulate the brain and...

Bija Mantras: Definition, Types and Benefits

Chanting Bija mantras is a quick yet powerful way to connect deeply to the vibrational energy of our bodies and the universe. Chanting these...

Your Favorite Meditation of the Year

Tonglen meditation, or “sending and taking,” is an ancient Buddhist practice to awaken compassion. With each in-breath, we take in others’ pain. With each...

5 Ways To Enjoy The Power of Nature (Even When You...

We all take our doses of mother nature in different ways. Some of us can only unwind in the shadow of giant mountains. For...

I Started Meditating With My Fiancé, and I Swear It’s Making...

It was one of those mornings - our alarm didn't go off, I had a throbbing headache, the dog had an accident on the...

Discover the Joy of Doing Nothing

Zen teacher Pat Enkyo O’Hara teaches us the practice of Shikantaza. Doing nothing but sitting and breathing, we rest in flowing awareness beyond the...

Teens & Meditation: A Guide for Parents

It's important to show teens how beneficial mindfulness is, so the importance of meditation practice is in order to establish that at home. One common...

How an indoor fountain can help you relax

The soothing sound of burbling water is one of the simplest ways to bring a sense of calm to any space. You may have wondered...