Like the rest of the world, my wife Brittany and I were concerned about how the pandemic was going to impact our jobs, financial stability and health. But mostly, we struggled with the anxieties of ...
It's not very Buddhist to make a shopping list (Buddha says suffering is caused by desire), but sometimes there are some things you need — or, rather, might want — to help you get your meditation on.
If you would've asked me what I thought about meditation three months ago, I would've said something along the lines of, "I wish I could get into it, but it's not my thing." I had tried meditating a ...
Amid the relentless demands and fast-paced nature of modern life, finding moments of inner peace can often feel like an unattainable goal. But for many of us in the Black community, the practices of ...
We've all found different ways to practice self-care while self-quarantining at home. So if you've never tried meditating, here are three easy steps to get started at home. 1. Find a meditation ...
Last week I shared my own experience learning how to benefit from meditation, even though I feel like I’m pretty bad at it. But what makes someone “bad” at meditation? Many people who try to meditate ...
An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Impact Link A month ago, when the coronavirus crisis had started to impact daily life in New York City, where I live, I could feel a familiar sense of anxiety ...
The idea that meditation is good for you is certainly not new, but scientists are still trying to figure out exactly why meditating so reliably improves mental and physical health. One old theory is ...
Peace on Earth and goodwill toward kids are kicking off in Brooklyn, thanks to a 5-year-old meditating humanitarian. Mini meditation master Bond Hill raised more than $28,000 towards Christmas toys ...