There is only one way get better at meditation and to receive more benefits from it– and that is regular as well as punctual practice. There are no short cuts. Here are some tips that will help you build a daily practice into your busy life. 1. Choose a time – first thing in the morning – where you can set aside 15 minutes to be calm and quiet. Be realistic, choose a time when you are actually going to be able to get up and give it...
The importance of a Teacher and Spiritual Community Probably the best way to sustain a regular and productive practice of meditation is to find a suitable teacher and spiritual community. Of course you can “go it alone” but most people find a teacher and spiritual community provides a nurturing and sustainable foundation for a long term spiritual practice. This is by no means a revolutionary idea, rather people have realized the benefits of a...
We all know work can be a place where we experience stress, tension and anxiety – it is also important to recognize that we can be most effective, efficient and productive when we are relaxed and operating from a sense of poise. Here are some suggestions that might help you nurture and maintain a sense peace and equanimity throughout the workday. Set aside 5 minutes to do the following exercise. Find a quiet space where you will not be disturbed. Sit...
Meditation – Some simple “Dos and Don’ts” for getting started When – The best time to meditate is first thing in the morning, just after you get up. Make sure you set your alarm to get you up 15 minutes earlier than usual. Another excellent time to practice meditation is right before bed. You will find it easier to go to sleep and you will have deeper more fulfilling rest. Duration – To start with 10 minutes is more than enough. Where...
The pursuit of happiness is something which has captured humanity’s imagination since literally the dawn of time. Sometimes we give it a different name like “everlasting life,” “untold riches” or “true love” – but really, all these experiences only have value because of the inherent happiness we feel they will bring. In fact, without this yearning for happiness most of history’s greatest stories would...
“A thing of beauty is a joy forever.” – John Keats “I love the pristine beauty Of a flower-flame. I love the pristine purity Of a flower-lamp. I love the pristine reality Of a flower-life.” – Sri Chinmoy (1) Beauty has fascinated humans since the dawn of creation. It is something we love and identify with. Largely because it is a reflection of the beauty we each have inside ourselves. You can try to feel this beauty...
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