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People are always looking to improve their lives. And, with the current state of the world, it’s no wonder that meditation has become such a popular way to improve one’s life. However, many people find it difficult to improve their meditation and often never fully reap the benefits that meditation can offer. It could be…

Why is it that people keep suggesting that to easily reduce your stress, you need to start meditating? Well, for one, it works. Research has repeatedly shown that mindfulness meditation can help people feel less stressed. But how does it work? Meditation helps you become more aware of your thoughts and feelings, so that you…

Do you struggle with feelings of anxiety? If so, it’s good to know that there are ways to relieve your suffering. You can learn strategies to take charge of your nervousness and experience the serenity you deserve. You can learn to control your anxiety with simple deep breathing techniques.   When you breathe deeply and…

The most challenging and meaningful part of your meditation practice may begin after you rise up off your cushion. If you take the insights you acquire during meditation and apply them to your daily routines, it can change your life!   After all, you probably meditate for less than a half hour a day, which…

Everyone wants to meditate more effectively. Meditation offers many benefits, but beginners often struggle to develop a meditation practice. There is a lot of confusion around the simple, but challenging, practice of meditation. A few tips can make a significant difference.   Meditate more effectively and enjoy greater benefits:   You don’t need anything to…

Meditation and brain research have been going on for years, with new studies coming out regularly.  A regular meditation practice can have an amazing variety of neurological benefits – from changes in gray matter volume to reduced activity in the “me” centers of the brain to enhanced connectivity between brain regions.  In this article, I…

You may have already heard about the many benefits of present moment thinking. When you live in the present, the many stressors of the mind do not bother you.   However, if you’ve ever tried to stay in the present for a long time, you’ll notice that your brain automatically travels to your past and…

Would you like to reduce pain without the side effects that accompany medication? You can, with a simple meditation practice.   Scientists have been studying Zen monks to learn how meditation helps them cope with both chronic and occasional pain. While some of their accomplishments depend on their faith, many of their techniques can be…

Listening to your body’s needs is vital to attaining and maintaining the health you deserve. Sometimes, you can push your body too far without even realizing it. However, when you learn to listen to your body’s cues, you can live a happier and calmer life.  Getting in Touch with Yourself   You might think you’re…