There’s a ton of buzz around micro-practices these days—but are we missing the entire point of these mini-pauses? Dr. Shalini Bahl digs into how we can understand their purpose beyond a commodified “hack” and explains how micro-practices can actually shift how we show...
Spirituality
Morning meditation — Buddhist teachings as both a path and a reflection of awakened awareness.
‘This dual nature — Buddhist teachings as both a path and a reflection of awakened awareness — can profoundly transform our understanding of practice.’ Everyday Buddhism
The Small, Unexpected Ways Grief Stays with Us
“The reality is that you will grieve forever. You will not ‘get over’ the loss of a loved one; you will learn to live with it.” ~Elisabeth Kübler-Ross My friend Diana’s WhatsApp profile picture is of herself hugging her dog, Zibby. Every time her name comes up on my...
Chisengo’s Gratitude Story: The Path to Confidence
Chisengo's story is one of overcoming anxiety and fear that started in her childhood. She was born into a family of five. Her eldest step-sister had never lived with her, and while her father was always there, they did not have a close relationship. As her mother was...
Morning Meditation — The goodness of Vimalakirti enters the gate.
'The motto for becoming genuine: nothing is gained by speaking. The goodness of Vimalakirti enters the gate of nonduality.' Hongzhi Zhengjue
A Meditation on Working With Our Fear And Parenting From Love
Experiencing a season of struggle with your kid? You're not alone. This gentle practice can help reconnect you with steadiness so you can keep parenting from love. The post A Meditation on Working With Our Fear And Parenting From Love appeared first on Mindful.
The Subtle Ways You Lose Yourself in a Toxic Relationship
“Emotional abuse is any pattern of behavior that undermines a person’s sense of self-worth and reality.” ~Beverly Engel At first, the changes were small. I stopped wearing that outfit everyone liked because they said it didn’t look good on me. I let certain...
Morning meditation — Realising the Unborn is not a matter of intellectual understanding.
‘Realising the Unborn is not a matter of intellectual understanding. It is a profound shift in the way one relates to existence itself. The mind, once caught in the cycle of craving and aversion, now rests in a state of peace.’ Everyday Buddhism
Feel Like You Need Support “Adulting” These Days? Meditation Can Help.
The crack team at How to Adult takes on basic seated meditation. Take 5 minutes and follow the demonstration. The post Feel Like You Need Support “Adulting” These Days? Meditation Can Help. appeared first on Mindful.
Old age and personality, by Ajahn Sumedho.
Ajahn Sumedho explores old age and personality from a meditive persective.
