“Even the most exalted states and most exceptional spiritual accomplishments are unimportant if we cannot be happy in the most basic and ordinary ways, if we cannot touch one another and the life we have been given with our hearts.” […]
New Audio Experience: Awaken Your Soul and Remember Who You Are
“Even the most exalted states and most exceptional spiritual accomplishments are unimportant if we cannot be happy in the most basic and ordinary ways, if we cannot touch one another and the life we have been given with our hearts.” […]
I never resonated with watching my breath in meditation. For one, observing your breath can seem like a chore, not to mention a bit boring. Additionally, when my intention becomes solely about watching my breath flow naturally, my breath can […]
My doctor told me the vision in my right eye is pretty much fucked. (Family and friends, don’t be alarmed. I got this.) In the last six months, I had two surgeries on my right eye, and my vision is […]
Getting into a relaxed state can be a significant hurdle for many people practicing meditation. One of my go-to methods for relaxation and entering the Alpha level of mind—a state of relaxed alertness ideal for influencing the subconscious mind—is the […]
A Mental Experiment To Explore The Present Moment You can’t escape the word “presence” when talking about meditation, mindfulness, or any spiritual growth modality. It may seem like “becoming present” is the simple answer to every problem. But what exactly […]
When I first started meditating, I felt like I had no idea what I was doing. I was full of questions and uncertainty. With time and experience, I’ve gained some useful perspectives that I wish someone had shared with me […]
Release what is weighing you down with a Hawaiian-inspired visualization. In 2015, I biked down from the Haleakala Crater in Maui. On my way down, I stopped at a stand on the side of the road to get some doughnuts […]
Meditation promises an oasis of calm. Yet, the barrier to entry can seem daunting. The most common hurdles during meditation are: Here is how to overcome them to unlock a consistent, deepening practice. 1. Problem: Racing Thoughts Becoming frustrated by […]
Don’t Sweat The Technique! Go Back To The Basics And Focus On Being Alive. Meditation can be overwhelming, considering the variety of meditation approaches and techniques available. After meditating daily for the past 6 years and exploring this modality as […]
If you only did one morning ritual for the rest of your life, let it be this one. Cultivating well-being need not be complicated. Neither does starting a daily meditation practice. Below is a simple four-step practice which is all you […]
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