MindOwl

Meditation Training

Author : Filipe Bastos

MindOwl Founder - My own struggles in life have led me to this path of understanding the human condition. I graduated with a bachelor’s degree in philosophy before completing a master’s degree in psychology at Regent’s University London.  I then completed a postgraduate diploma in philosophical counselling before being trained in ACT (Acceptance and commitment therapy). I've spent the last eight years studying the encounter of meditative practices with modern psychology.

Doing vs Being: The Importance of “Being” in a World Dominated by “Doing”

Most mindfulness practices are founded on the idea of disengaging from self-perpetuating and unhelpful patterns of rumination and negative thought. By channelling our skills of attention and awareness in specific ways, we can go about life in a more intentional way. Taking a more mindful approach to everyday life can be difficult because it often […]

Know Yourself: The Foundation of Personal Development

Self-awareness is the key to personal development. Without it, you will never know what areas of your life need improvement. You may be stuck in a job you hate or in a relationship that no longer serves you. You may not even know why you feel unhappy or unfulfilled. If you want to start making […]

How long does it take for meditation to work

Meditation is a fantastic tool for managing anxiety and stress, overcoming negative emotions, and becoming a more focused, productive individual. Research has shown that meditation improves your attention, memory, focus, and creativity, in addition to relieving stress and anxiety. However, many people who start practising mindfulness meditation expect that they’ll feel magically cured of any […]

10 Mindfulness Quotes to Help You Live in the Present Moment

Mindfulness is the practice of living in the present moment. When you are mindful, you are completely aware of what is happening around you and within you. Mindfulness quotes can help us to live more mindfully and to appreciate the present moment and practice of mindfulness. Mindfulness also means accepting your life and not being […]

Why You’re Not Your Thoughts: How to Stop Identifying with Mental Suffering

When you’re lost in thought, it’s easy to get wrapped up in the mental stories you tell yourself. You may start to believe that you are your thoughts – after all, they are happening inside your head. But the truth is, you are not your thoughts. You are the one who is observing them. This […]

What is Higher Consciousness? A Deeper Look at an Elusive Concept

Consciousness is a term that’s thrown around a lot. It’s common in the fields of psychology and philosophy, although it can also be used in medical contexts, or in more spiritual discussions, too. Essentially, we use it to describe different states of physical and mental awareness. But what is higher consciousness? If you’ve heard of […]

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