12 Fitness Myths That Are Holding You Back—And How to Break Free
If you’ve ever tried to fit fitness into your busy life, you’ve probably heard a few things from those around you that just didn’t feel right. “You have to hit the gym daily.” “Lifting is more effective than stretching.” “Cardio is the only way to burn fat.” No matter who is telling you these sorts […]
Boost Your Journaling in Three Easy Steps
What do Leonardo da Vinci, Frida Kahlo, Marie Curie, John D. Rockefeller, and Thomas Edison have in common? All of these history-making figures kept a journal! Clearly, with famous supporters of the practice like this, along with millions around the world who also journal regularly, it’s safe to say that this is one creative and […]
Elevating Your Meditation Practice
If you’ve been meditating for years, congratulations! We’re sure you’ve seen the difference meditation can make in your life and are eager to take things to the next level. And if you’re new to meditation — are just taking up the practice, or are about to embark on your first-ever meditation — welcome! Within just […]
Learning to Celebrate Life’s Simple Gifts
Sunlight streams in through the window and beautifully illuminates the leaves of your philodendron, creating the appearance of an ethereal glow. A string of traffic lights turn green in wonderful succession, erasing your lateness and helping you make your important morning meeting just in the nick of time. A neighbor unexpectedly leaves a basket of […]
Your Meditation FAQ: From Basics to Beyond
All of the most common meditation questions, answered! Is Meditation Right for Me? Meditation is for everyone. Whether you want to improve mental focus, reduce stress and anxiety, get better sleep, improve your happiness or self-confidence — or for a host of other reasons — meditation can help you. What Scientific Evidence Is There to […]
Living in the Now: What is inner harmony?
Everybody wants to live a more fulfilling life. But the beauty of happiness—and feeling harmonious with the world around us — also isn’t something we always need to seek out. In fact, when we open ourselves up to the magic of life and the joy each moment can bring, inner harmony can often find us. […]
10 Strategies for Creating a Life of Gratitude
The world is teeming with an abundance of reasons to smile! As motivational author and Buddhism expert B. Allan Wallace has wisely noted throughout his work: “If you’re not taking delight in the good of the world, you’re not paying attention.” From sparkling sunsets where the sky comes alive with color, to funny or charming […]
