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Apr 04 2012

Wherever You Go, There You Are

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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 […]

Written by About Meditation · Categorized: Beginner, Benefits of Meditation, Lifestyle, Techniques · Tagged: books about meditation, how to meditate, Jon Kabat-Zinn, meditation for beginners, Mindfulness Meditation, Wherever You Go There You Are

Apr 02 2012

Benefits of Tai Chi for Parkinson’s Disease

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Updated March 12, 2014. The ancient martial art of tai chi uses gentle flowing movements to connect the mind and body. It is often described as “movement meditation” or “active meditation” because of the mind-body connection. Over time tai chi has evolved into a graceful form of exercise because of it’s stress reducing properties and it’s ability […]

Written by About Meditation · Categorized: Lifestyle, Science & Research, Stress and Relaxation, Techniques · Tagged: active meditation, movement meditation, parkinson's disease, Parkinson's Patients Can Benefit from Tai Chi, tai chi, tai chi benefits

Mar 31 2012

The Labyrinth Wedding – A Walk of Love

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Updated March 1, 2014. Helen Post Curry, owner of Look Events, has produced weddings, galas and events for over 30 years. She has created heartfelt memories in all manner of locations, from the simplest of barns to the most glorious of ballrooms. However, the most unusual request she gets may be the most meaningful: the labyrinth […]

Written by About Meditation · Categorized: Lifestyle, Techniques · Tagged: Helen Curry, Labyrinth Weddings, Look Events, The Way of the Labyrinth

Mar 31 2012

What is Mindfulness, Really?

Updated February 7, 2014. What is mindfulness? It’s often described as being “in the moment.” Yet it’s much more than that. Watch this short video (1.5 mins) and hear Jon Kabat-Zinn explain the concept of mindfulness. What is Mindfulness?  [It’s] the awareness that arises through paying attention, on purpose, in the present moment, non-judgementally. BIO: Jon Kabat-Zinn, […]

Written by About Meditation · Categorized: Mindfulness · Tagged: Center for Mindfulness in Medicine, Jon Kabat-Zinn, mindfulness

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