Lately, I’ve been sitting with a very real and painful truth—the kind that makes the phrase “life’s ups and downs” feel a little too tidy. A dear friend of mine recently died by suicide. The shock, the sadness, the helplessness—it comes in waves. Some days it stings sharply; some days it hums in the background. […]
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Mindfulness is often described as paying attention, on purpose, in the present moment, and without judgment. It sounds simple—and in many ways, it is. But when you’re carrying the weight of trauma, turning your attention inward isn’t always peaceful. In fact, it can sometimes feel overwhelming, disorienting, or even unsafe.
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You hear a lot these days about trauma-sensitive or trauma-informed mindfulness. And, frankly, I think the better phrase might be “Trauma-survivor-informed mindfulness.” I say that because when we practice mindfulness together with someone who has a history of trauma, it’s crucial to remember that we’re always working with individuals—unique beings with unique histories, coping mechanisms,
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Gatha meditation is a beautiful practice that involves reciting short verses or poems to bring mindfulness and presence to everyday activities. These verses help us stay grounded, cultivate gratitude, and connect with the present moment.
Here are some instructions for practicing Gatha meditation
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Meditation as a Tool for Emotional Awareness Meditation provides a structured way to explore and deconstruct emotions into their component parts. By practicing emotional awareness, we can better understand the relationship between thoughts and sensations and how they shape our experiences. Here are two specific practices that can help: 1. Body Scans The Body Scan
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“What you resist, persists.” This phrase, often attributed to Swiss psychiatrist Carl Jung, encapsulates a truth about the human mind: the more we fight against unpleasant thoughts, feelings, or experiences, the more power they seem to hold over us. On the other hand, “what you can be with will let you be” suggests that acceptance,
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Dear Friend, I’ve been thinking about you lately and wanted to share something that might resonate, especially with everything you’ve been feeling. You know how meditation is often suggested as a way to calm anxiety? It makes sense because a lot of us turn to meditation to find some peace when stress and anxiety seem
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“Something precious is lost if we rush headlong into the details of life without pausing for a moment to pay homage to the mystery of life and the gift of another day.” – Kent Nerburn In our fast-paced world filled with deadlines and to-do lists, we often lose sight of the subtle wonders of existence.
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No one enjoys feeling stressed, yet many common stress relief techniques can be ineffective or even counterproductive. Scientific research reveals that our attempts to “just relax” or “tough it out” often lead to greater discomfort. Understanding how our bodies and minds work can guide us toward more effective strategies for achieving relaxation and well-being. The
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If you think Meditation is just about calming the mind, think again. In this blog, I open up and share my personal journey—the ups, downs, and unexpected lessons. Read along if you’re curious about how meditation for weight loss support. My story is probably just like everyone else’s. We experience the yoyo life of going
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