Mindfulness of the four elements in Buddhism is designed to remind us that our existence is entirely dependent on the outside world. The division we tend to create between the elements within this body, which we perceive as something ‘I am,’ and the manifestations of the elements outside this body, which we view as … Read more
Everyone, especially in the beginning, has doubts about their meditation practice. You keep hearing that you need to observe your thoughts, but you may not be sure exactly how that feels. You sit down to meditate only to find yourself lost in a long train of thoughts. You turn to guided meditation apps but then … Read more
Sometimes, it can be hard for you to meditate even for three minutes. There are many factors that cause this, but the most prominent among them are irritating noises, physical discomfort, and distracting thoughts. What you may not realize at first is that all these meditation distractions can become a part of the process, and … Read more
Even if you have a detailed plan and a lot of motivation to get things done, you might find it hard to concentrate when you suddenly receive a text message from a friend, an urgent work-related email, or a social media notification. One click leads to another, and before you know it, you’ve completely lost … Read more
What do you want from your meditation practice? At the very least, you want to feel calmer and less anxious in your everyday life. However, this incessant striving to achieve a measurable result may be your first meditation mistake. The desire to make meditation work the way you want can become a hindrance if not … Read more