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You don’t have to be a Zen monk to benefit from meditation; in fact, most people meditating today aren’t aligned with any particular spiritual tradition. As the physical and mental benefits of meditat … read more

For thousands of years, meditation malas (prayer beads) have been used across cultures and continents to alleviate worry, stress and anxiety. They are beautiful, practical items that can be used by an … read more

In any given situation, you have two energies that guide your reactions. The primitive part of your mind reacts to threats to your safety while your Watcher is a casual observer of all that’s going on … read more

“Meditation means I have to sit still, shut my eyes, and breathe in complete silence… right?” Silence and deep breathing are essential to many meditation traditions, but that doesn’t mean that form … read more

“When I drink tea, there is only me, and the tea. The rest of the world dissolves. There are no worries about the future. No dwelling on past mistakes. Tea is simple: Loose-leaf tea, hot pure water, a … read more