Most forms of mindfulness meditation require effort, whether it’s the focused attention of concentration practices or the more broad awareness encouraged by practices like Non-Duality. In fact, one of the main criticisms of mindfulness is that it can seem to vilify the idea of daydreaming and suggest that letting the mind wander naturally is a
We all experience moments of happiness and joy for others. It could be that your best friend has just secured their dream job, or your sibling has got into their first choice university. Maybe it’s something even simpler like your partner has discovered an amazing restaurant that sells their favourite food. Whatever it is that
Meditation has become very popular over the last decade. Many people swear by its benefits, which include stress relief, improved focus and enhanced productivity. The goal of meditation is to clear your mind of distractions and encourage you to focus on the present moment, become aware of your breath, and notice various bodily sensations. But
As humans, it can feel like we are always stressed out. Whether it’s due to family life, arguments with friends, or trouble at school, life can sometimes seem like a never-ending cycle of stress. This constant stress and anxiety can lead to massive physical and mental health problems, including high blood pressure, heart disease, chronic
Throughout most self-help or meditation practices, “Let it go” is an oversimplified mantra. It can be frustrating to be told to let things go, especially when this instruction comes at a time when we’re struggling with a negative experience or feeling. It can also be difficult to determine what letting go actually refers to. How
Have you ever lost track of time while meditating, or felt your mind becoming less cluttered? You might not have realised it at the time, but it’s likely that this was a deep meditation experience. It might sound a little lofty or difficult to achieve, but deep meditation can be practised by anyone. While the
