Sometimes, the most challenging part of practicing mindfulness lies in full acceptance of what is. It starts small, like letting go of a distracting thought and going back to the immediacy of your breath during meditation. But then it slowly becomes a part of your everyday life – an ability to stay grounded in the … Read more
Every once in a while, a spiritual teacher comes into this world who is destined to write a book of immense power and depth. I believe that Eckhart Tolle is one of those teachers. But, as it usually happens with people of extraordinary talent, his insights into the essence of human condition and what … Read more
Hi there! I’m Gavril, the guy behind this blog (click here to learn why I started it in the first place). If you like what I do and want to support me, this page is for you. Keeping this blog going takes almost all of my free time, and your help makes a significant … Read more
Sometimes, you might need a personal consultation on how to meditate or overcome specific obstacles that hinder your practice. I believe my advice will be useful to those who consider meditation a part of their spiritual journey. As a lay follower, I do my best to embody the Buddha’s teachings in my daily life, no matter … Read more
Last week, we looked at the brief history of the term “mindfulness” and learned about seven ways it was translated into English language. The idea for the article came from Jeff Wilson’s Mindful America: The Mutual Transformation of Buddhist Meditation and American Culture. Because I love this book, I want to share a few reasons … Read more