Reasons to Keep Meditating
At a recent group meditation, we shared with each other the reasons we keep meditating. I thought they would be of interest to you. Some of us have been meditating many years,
Why are We In Lockdown? She asked, Rhetorically.
Yesterday, before we meditated together during an “Alone Together” guided meditation session, a group of 50 or so meditators was engaged in a discussion during which I
What is a Mystical Experience?
When was the last time you felt in deep communion with creation? Perhaps it was while you were hiking that the wind in the trees and the birdsongs charmed you. Or maybe it was a vi
Alone Together: Online Meditations
With the news of the Corona Virus and the subsequent lockdowns, popular McLean Meditation Institute faculty and teachers offered daily free online meditations for 9 months, nearly
Be Powerful – Sharpen Your Attention
Every living being, from people and animals to plants, and even molecules of water, respond to attention. Consider this: when you offer your unconditioned, gentle attention to some
Everyday Care of the Soul
Sit in silence and meditate for at least 30 minutes each day. (All at once, or two periods of 15 minutes each.) This purifies your nervous system, helps you to connect to the deepe
New Year’s Resolutions
Why do we make resolutions? I know that I make them to get closer to or to fulfill what I feel is my purpose in life. When I resolve to do something or change my perspective, I ima
Time Out for a Time In
Stressed out? Probably. It is a reality that most of us face. Some people say financial concerns cause stress. Others say their stress comes from a family situation. For many, thei
Keys to Navigating the Challenges of Corona
Some of us are feeling tired, stressed, and a little stir-crazy. Others are worried about personal physical health, and for some, this disruption is taking its mental and emotional
Want to Start Meditating Now?
What advice do you have for someone who wants to start meditating now? Meditation refers to the many ancient and modern practices designed to settle your nervous system, release
