Morning Routines

A lot of people talk about morning routines. There are countless books and online courses out there about the ‘perfect’ morning routine. It can be overwhelming but I think the important thing to realize is that regardless what the specifics of a particular routine are, having a routine, any routine, is better than not having one. It doesn’t mean you …

Meditation Sitting Styles

Meditation has been around for hundreds of years across many different cultures. There is evidence that even ancient peoples practiced mediation on a regular basis. Today, the practice of meditation is known to bring about positive effects in many areas of life, and more and more people are incorporating some sort of meditation into their daily routines. There are several …

Adult Coloring

An increasingly popular trend that has taken off recently is adult coloring. At first, the concept sounds silly. Obviously coloring is an activity for toddlers, right? It turns out this is not always the case. Adult coloring books are similar in some ways to the books made for children (which we all think of when we hear the words ‘coloring …

Meditation Apps: Omvana vs. Headspace

Meditation has been around for thousands of years, but recently technology has made meditation easier and more accessible to more people than ever before. Smartphone apps for meditation are one way meditation has incorporated modern technology, and, as a result, many people who may have never tried meditating on their own now have convenient resources to help them learn more …

Outdoor Meditation

Most people meditate inside. Typically we recommend meditating as part of your morning routine, as a way to start the day refreshed, and therefore it is only natural that we tend to meditate inside, in the bedroom or somewhere else in our home. However, meditating outside can also be beneficial and, if nothing else, can serve as a nice break …

Meditation Cushions

One of the most practical and useful meditation accessories is something comfortable to sit on. There are various types of chairs, benches, and cushions made for meditation. More comfortable than sitting on the floor and designed to allow sitting for long periods of time without stiffness or pain, these different types of seats are especially good for those who have …

Four Common Types of Meditation

There are many different types of meditation, and what works for one person may not necessarily work for someone else. Whether you’re new to meditation and seeking a style that works for you, or an experienced meditator looking for something new to try, there are always new and different styles to explore. In this article, we’ll go over four popular types …

The Power of Binaural Beats for Meditation

There are many people who struggle with reaching a meditative state of consciousness. Often it is difficult to achieve a calm, peaceful state of mind because of incoming thoughts that spontaneously erupt in one’s mind. Binaural beats are a scientifically tested and proven tool that can be helpful in reaching the desired meditative state. What Are Binaural Beats? The term ‘binaural’ refers to …

3 Major Benefits of Meditation

We live in a chaotic world.  We all struggle daily with the demands of work, home, family, financial pressures, and even just the traffic to get from one place to another.  And we also struggle with finding the balance between all of these and trying to carve out a little time for ourselves to regroup, de-stress, and not become completely …