For all of the times when your bowl and striker are a hindrance more than a help, Silent Mind has begun rolling out a soothing, satisfying series of sound healing meditation tracks.
People assume that because mindfulness has a lot of great benefits, they have to work really hard and sacrifice a lot to get it. They have to be expert meditators with clean diets who can rise above any situation.
After all, our bodily functions can easily be impacted by the mind. That’s we feel fluttery when nervous, or tired when stressed. Decisions we make that affect the body – what to eat, how busy we should be – all come from the mind, too.
Healthy self-esteem is important in leading a happier life. But so is biological health, which can also be compromised by guilt.
Essential oils seem simple, but it takes a lot of plant matter to produce a little bit of oil. Not to mention, choosing them can be tough. Some are diluted because the straight oil is too harsh for direct exposure, while others are diluted to cut costs (which, incidentally, decreases efficacy).
However, stress, fatigue, and anxiety are a whole-body issue. Our mindfulness efforts can go even further if we are biologically healthy. Physical wellness is a great foundation to support relaxation and stress relief.
Are the same concerns running through your mind on a continuous loop? Are you constantly examining the negative possibilities of each scenario? You’re definitely not alone. But all worrywarts know that this is no way to live.
We know what quality sleep should be. Quality sleep means we get the recommended amount (or as close as we can manage). We fall asleep within the first half-hour of going to bed and wake up just once per night, drifting back off with relative ease.
A lot of us seek nature. The air, the quiet, the solitude. Of course, “nature” could mean many things. The salty air and sandy expanse of a beach, the ultra-focused thrill of a mountain climb, an afternoon paddling across a lake.
That discomfort is resistance. Resistance to change is completely understandable in many cases, especially when we lose something. The hurt that results from that resistance may be necessary for healing. But no matter what happens, we have to accept that things are changing.
Do you love giving gifts? Not just buying presents, but finding the perfect thing you just know your friend/family member/partner/coworker will genuinely appreciate and use? We do, too. That’s why we’ve compiled this list of gifts the mindfulness lover in your life will adore.
Anxiety disorders occur when you - repeatedly and over time - become extremely anxious even when there is no apparent reason. Your heart beats faster, you feel hot or cold, and it’s tough to regulate your breathing. As a result, you might become very fearful of certain situations that you believe will worsen your anxiety, like driving or going to crowded places alone.
