Originally published by SF Gate.
Attempting to quiet your mind for meditation doesn't have to be frustrating. Learn how riding the rhythm and flow of your mind will bring you peace.
How did you sleep last night? If your answer is “not well,” you join a line of people who are on the hunt for tools to bring Mr. Sandman to their bed. Relaxation meditation should be one of your tools.
If you suffer from depression—whether mild, severe, or somewhere in between—then you likely know there are many tools at your fingertips to help. Have you given meditation a try? It’s free with no side effects!
Whether you are in a crowded room or an empty hall, meditation can come to you. Here are some meditation techniques that can be done anywhere.
Anger is a natural and common emotion that can also cause tangible problems for the person experiencing the anger (and those around them). Meditation can help.
Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is a time of beauty, joy, and a new beginning. Indians take five full days to celebrate clearing out the old for the new and to assess strengths and weaknesses.
You may think that making a decision starts the moment you are faced with one, but it starts earlier. Practice mindfulness to ensure your mind is clear and still—then you’ll be ready for any decision that comes your way.
If you ask anyone about seated meditation, most would say that it can be uncomfortable and sometimes unsustainable. Luckily, there are just about as many postures for meditating as there are ways to meditate. Here are a few for you to try.
Malas are growing in popularity and can be a great complement to your meditation practice. Learn about the benefits of using a mala and unique ways to use one.
The Yoga Sutras describe the way to regain Higher Consciousness. As you follow the Eight Limbs of Yoga, you can reach the freedom and enlightenment of Samadhi, the realization of your spiritual practices.
