Every meditative practice involves quieting the mind to bring us back to the present moment. This is because we’re often lost in thought about the future or the past. Taken to the extreme, such rumination means we’re not even aware of our body as we go through life’s daily activities. A great way to reduce …
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I want to share a few tips on how to quiet down when no one explains how. One day you may find yourself in a situation where you’re expected to sit quietly. This could happen at a church service or a funeral, a yoga class, Quaker meeting, or another activity where it’s not acceptable to …
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In our culture, many of us work long hours and spend too much time sitting in front of computers or other electronic devices. Over time, this sedentary lifestyle can lead to a host of physical and mental ailments, everything from orthopedic issues, to high blood pressure, to cognitive decline. So it’s recommended to take breaks …
Sit in a comfortable chair with your back straight and your spinal column erect. To do so, imagine that a plumb line runs from the crown of your head down to your spinal column and out through your sacrum into the floor beneath you. Let your arms fall to your sides. Close your eyes. Take …