Updated February 6, 2014. Many years after it was first published in 1994, Wherever You Go, There You Are, by mindfulness meditator, Jon Kabat-Zinn continues to be an important and influential book for those interested in learning about meditation. Jon Kabat-Zinn can explain meditation concepts simply–in a way that no one else can. His writing […]
Got the blues? Try Meditation for Depression
Updated March 14, 2014. Meditation has been shown to reduce stress and anxiety, but it can also be used to fight depression. Mindfulness meditation can help you build your own inner resources and lift yourself into a more positive frame of mind. The following excerpts show how meditation for depression can help you find some […]
The Power of Being Present with Meditation
Updated January 31, 2014 With meditation, you can access the power of being present. Do you have a memory of a moment when you experienced your life more fully, more deeply, more vividly? A moment when suddenly something came into complete focus. You weren’t planning the future or running over the past. You were keenly aware […]
Do I Need A Meditation Chair?
Have you been wondering if a meditation chair is right for you? Here’s a quick tour of why you might need a meditation chair and what different types are available. Why use a meditation chair? Meditating is hard work. Don’t believe me? Try sitting still for half an hour on the floor. Going away on a Meditation Retreat sounds […]