Hollywood star Richard Gere shares that enlightenment is built in a day-to-day effort with the practice of meditation. In his own words: “The only thing that will get us anywhere on the spiritual path, whether it’s concentration, loving kindness or wisdom that we want to develop, is dedicating ourselves to a daily practice. We take for […]
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India: Ananda in the Himalayas
Revel in the beauty of Ananda in the Himalayas. Located in the tranquil Himalayan foothills in India, close to the spiritual cities of Haridwar and Rishikesh, surrounded by graceful Sal forests, and overlooking the holy Ganga river, Ananda assists in redefining lifestyles through traditional Indian practices of Ayurveda, Yoga and Vedanta combined with best of international […]
How to Master the Lotus Position
The Lotus position is held to be the ideal seated position in nearly every school of meditation. Depicted in the earliest texts of the spiritual traditions of Japan, China and India and even on the tombs walls of Ancient Egypt. It is a cross-legged sitting posture, in which the feet are placed on the opposing thighs. A properly […]
What is Qigong? And How’s it Different to T’ai Chi?
Updated February 12, 2014. What is Qigong? (also spelled Ch’i Kung) Qigong is a powerful system of healing and energy medicine from China. It is the art and science of using breathing techniques, gentle movement, and meditation to cleanse, strengthen, and circulate the life energy (qi). Qigong practice leads to better health and vitality and […]
Dance of the Spirit Be With You
Dance of the Spirit: The Seven Stages of Women’s Spirituality presents the mantra below for a woman who is ready to awaken her spirituality through seven easy daily practices, including meditation. Together, these things will gently integrate a new awareness and attitude of life into the reader’s soul. The soul will learn to dance. “Here I am, […]
