If you want to learn to meditate, there is a seemingly endless variety of practices, paths, and techniques to choose from. But in the end, all you really need to begin practicing meditation are three basic ingredients: Intention Attention Relaxation That’s it. That’s all you need to get started. Mix those three together, and you’ll […]
A Little Known Secret about Sex and Meditation
Sex and Meditation When I first started meditating, I never thought that sex was going to play such an important role in my practice. Surprisingly, the sexual impulse has been the most powerful catalyst in helping me to see through the veil of the mind and establish a rich meditation practice. Indeed, there is new […]
Embracing Change: My Top New Year’s Resolutions
What’s Your New Year’s Resolution? New Years is a great time for reflecting on what’s most important, setting our intentions for the year to come, and embracing change. Today, I invite you to share your top New Year’s resolutions, and I will share mine. 2013 has been a crazy year for me full of major […]
13 Frequently Asked Questions On How to Meditate Properly
If you have questions about meditation, you’re not alone–and you’ve come to the right place. This FAQ will expand over time, so if you don’t see your question here (or don’t like our answer), please contact us. Q: I can’t sit longer than five minutes. How do I sit still? A: As with anything else […]
10 Ways Meditation Enhances Creativity
Everyone knows that meditation can reduce stress and calm your mind, but the many ways that meditation enhances creativity is one of its lesser-known benefits. From liberating you from fixed habits of thought to reducing your need for sleep as you work on your latest masterpiece, there are many ways that practicing meditation can improve […]