Matrix Energetics is a teachable phenomenon. It claims to not “heal” anything. But like magic, the results of a session are sometimes astonishing. So astonishing that the result is often pooh-poohed as coincidence or a parlor trick. According to those who have received a Matrix Energetics sessions, the healing and changes appear to be real. […]
Thich Nhat Hanh’s Tea Meditation with Oprah
As part of her “Super Soul Sunday” series, The Oprah Winfrey Network aired Oprah’s interview with noted Zen teacher, writer and activist Thich Nhat Hanh on Sunday, May 6. On the show, he led Oprah through a tea meditation, explaining how simply sipping tea can be an exercise in mindfulness. “So when you pick up […]
About Sufi Meditation
Sufi is a mystical tradition of Islam that is difficult to define. Carl Ernst writes: “In Arabic and Persian, there are dozens of terms for Muslim mystics with distinct and sometimes conflicting meanings, all of which are subsumed by the English word ‘Sufism’. In the Muslim world, there are multiple vocations, experiences and attitudes that […]
The Power of Group Meditation
For most people, meditating is practiced alone, while quietly drawing your awareness inward. However, when building a regular meditation practice, it helps to have the support of a community. If you are new to meditation, you may wonder if you’re succeeding at it. Having a group setting for meditation can help you stay committed, offer comfort, […]
Chopra: Meditation and your DNA
Science has proven that a meditation practice has the power to improve our health, both mentally and physically. But did you also know that meditation can actually change your DNA? Science is validating the opinions that shamans, gurus and yogis have had for years. See this Visual MD post from Deepak Chopra about the effect meditation has on a […]