By Karen L Davis Relaxation is the process of releasing tension and returning the balance of both the mind and body. Relaxation techniques are important in managing stress. Since stress is known to contribute to the development of many diseases, one needs an antidote to battle stress. In fact, relaxation Read more…
By Amira Posner “In the beginner’s mind there are many possibilities; in the expert’s mind there are few.” Shunryu Suzuki The other day I went to get gelato. The café was jam packed, and the woman working the counter was running around like a chicken with her head cut off. Read more…
By Mary Sovran There are many reasons for low self-esteem. Most of them stem from a childhood of physical, or emotional abuse, or even abandonment. If you suffered from this type of childhood, low self-esteem is almost guaranteed because you didn’t get the validation and support you needed from adults Read more…
By Matt Abbasfard My journey in recovery from alcohol and drug abuse has been by no means a straight line. This is my third attempt to get clean, and there were times in my life when I never thought that recovery was possible. I’ve been to individual therapy, residential heroin Read more…
By Ben Knights The demands of modern society can leave us stuck in a routine that feels alien to our life’s purpose. Whilst working 9 to 5 and running errands are a necessity in order to get by, it’s inevitable there will come a time when you will ask yourself; Read more…
By Charles A. Francis ”Every morning we are born again. What we do today is what matters most.” ~ Buddha Many people these days are starting a mindfulness meditation practice with great intentions and lots of enthusiasm. They’ve heard of the stress-reducing and other health benefits of the practice, and Read more…
By Charles A. Francis “Life is available only in the present moment.” ~ Thich Nhat Hanh The holiday season is upon us and most of us are looking forward to enjoying the festivities, and spending quality time with loved ones. This is a time for sharing peace, love, and happiness. Read more…
By Charles A. Francis The rising popularity of mindfulness meditation in recent years has sparked a great deal of interest by the general population. As with any innovation, there are bound to be some misconceptions. Though mindfulness meditation is an ancient practice, it is relatively new to Westerners. Whenever I Read more…
By Dennis Merritt Jones “Man is made or unmade by himself. By the right choice he ascends. As a being of power, intelligence, and love, and the lord of his own thoughts, he holds the key to every situation.” ~ James Allen As a spiritual mentor, part of my job Read more…
By David Stringham Generally speaking, mindfulness meditation provides us with tools that guide us to its benefits—increased happiness, health, and peace. One of the most powerful tools of mindfulness meditation is learning to listen to and understand the inner workings of our own minds. You might even call this understanding Read more…
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