10 Days in Sacred Silence

I have recently emerged from ten days of silence and continual mediation.  It was one of the most intense and valuable things I have ever done.  This was NOT part of a spa retreat in a warm, exotic location.  There were no beach breaks, fresh coconuts, or yoga classes, just a chilly meditation room [...]

Beginning a Meditation Practice

Meditation is not as mysterious as some might think.  Most of us already do meditate, we just don’t realize it.  When you relax and focus on a single point, you are present.  This state can arise during complex activities that require focus, like shooting a basketball through a hoop, or very simple tasks, like [...]

The 20 Second Meditation

If you are too busy to start a seated meditation practice, but need a way to cut through stress, try taking three conscious breaths a day.  You’ll instantly feel more calm and centered.

It takes about 20 seconds and you can do it anywhere or anytime:

Take one big inhale,… [...]