Was 2014 the year of mindfulness and meditation? Yes, there’s no doubt about it. But I’ll also venture to say that meditation is here to stay. Or rather, I don’t think it ever went anywhere. Still there can be no doubt, from a-list celebrities and super bowl athletes to news anchors and neuroscientists, mindfulness has gone viral. And […]
How To Build Your Mindful Presence (And Your Grey Matter Too!)
What is presence exactly? And how does it relate to mindfulness and living in the present moment? Recently I had an extraordinary experience. It happened while I was walking down the street in my neighborhood. And it got me thinking about mindful presence and how we each experience our world. But before we go any further, […]
(Audio) The Present Moment: This Is It
Do you ever have those moments when you feel that everything in your life is crystal clear? Everything comes into resolution and you know that this moment is perfect just as it is. You have everything you need to be happy. This moment is full. The Present Moment Amazing teachers like Ram Dass and Eckhart […]
What Does Meditation Feel Like?
What does meditation feel like? When you let go very deeply, what’s happening in your awareness? There are different hallmarks of deep meditation. As you move deeper into meditation, you begin to recognize these for yourself. Here are two key characteristics of deep meditation you might recall from your own experience. Nowhere To Go When […]
What Is The Dark Side Of Meditation?
Does meditation have a dark side? Can a three thousand year old practice promoted by the Dalai Lama actually harm you? Well, the simple answer is yes. Like any new endeavor taken to extremes without proper guidance and preparation, it’s not without its risks. But it’s complex, and if you are interested in meditation, it’s […]