Mindfulness

How long should you meditate if you’re a beginner? The common assumption is the longer you do it, the better. But I found the opposite is true: You get more benefit when you start small and increase duration as you become more disciplined. Still, what is a good starting point? This article aims to clear … Read more

You know the feeling: that lingering irritation or anger at someone long after the argument is over. If you keep it bottled up, anger becomes an acid that eats you up inside. Fortunately, you have a few safe ways to pour it out, and one of them is lovingkindness meditation. In this article, we’ll take … Read more

Learning the right way to sit is an important step in building your meditation practice. Even though lotus pose is a popular meditation posture, it can be a hindrance if you’re not flexible enough to do it the right way. I recommend starting with something easy and familiar: sitting on a chair, kneeling, or lying … Read more

Have you noticed how taking a deep breath always calms you down? This happens because the quality of your breathing mirrors your physical and mental state. It quickens when you’re agitated and slows down as you relax. As the breathing stills, your mind becomes correspondingly composed. Experiencing your mind stilled in this way is deeply … Read more