The holidays are a time for togetherness, giving, and joy, but they can also bring stress and overwhelm. If you get caught up in the holiday crazies like me, try using this simple meditation to reconnect, center, and to find peace. [How to Practice this Meditation] [1] Start by finding a comfortable seat (and that … (Read More)
Life sucks, you’re uninspired, and the system has got you down. Or life is amazing, everything is working in your favor, and your relationships are growing more beautiful every day. It’s all about perspective, isn’t it? “What manifests in your life isn’t what you think you want, it’s what you think you are.” – Josh … (Read More)
There’s a big difference between curing anxiety and managing it. I’m not sure if it’s even possible to eliminate anxiety completely, and speaking from experience, trying to “cure” yourself from anxiety may cause your anxiety to worsen. There was a time when I suffered from anxiety, but now I consider myself to be someone who … (Read More)
If there was a contest for the most useless emotions to indulge, Shame and Guilt would be tied for the gold medal. Shame keeps us locked in an emotional jail, unable to express ourselves fully or reveal our vulnerabilities. It makes it impossible to grow. Guilt anchors us in a negative view of the past. … (Read More)
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Meditation is more popular than ever, making its way into the mainstream more and more every day. However, with its growing popularity comes pervasive and often discouraging myths surrounding what meditation is and how to practice it correctly. I’m here to tell you that any barriers between you and having a sustainable and valuable meditation … (Read More)
I can’t believe that it’s already May, and Mother’s Day is this weekend! I look forward to a whole day of spending time with my kids, gardening and being together as a family. I’m hoping that I might even get them to hug each other a little bit. (Bliss for me, not-so-much for the teenagers.) … (Read More)
No (wo)man is an island, so while it’s completely possible to create a space of total peace and calm for yourself, you still have to live among other people… over whom you have absolutely zero control. But so what? Well, sometimes (maybe often times) those people aren’t feeling the same blissful vibe as you are. … (Read More)
Quentin Vennie knows what it’s like to suffer from anxiety. What’s amazing about Quentin is that he was able to take that suffering and turn it into motivation to heal himself and also into fuel to inspire thousands of people around the world. His tools are simple – green juice, yoga, meditation – but his … (Read More)
The way we think and the words we use matter. Our thoughts and speech can affect the quality of our days, the extent of our success, and even the length of our lives. [Click to Tweet] Mantras are an amazing tool for keeping our thoughts in check and our words aligned with our goals. In … (Read More)