Meditation has been the single most transformative practice I have taken up. It has made me a calmer, less reactive, more thoughtful person. The first thing I do every morning is meditate, and I consider it the most important part of my day. For years, I’ve been talking about meditation […]
Soon after moving to San Francisco, I became aware of Spirit Rock, the teaching and insight meditation center just a few miles up the road founded by Jack Kornfield some 30 years ago. Friends spoke highly of it, and your first session was free! With nothing to lose, I made the […]
I have some excellent news for you. There is this free online seminar series that you should take advantage of. It’s called: Rick Hanson’s The Compassionate Brain – Free Video Seminar Series I’m really excited about this one, and every one of you should sign up for it. Why? Because […]
Even though I’ve experienced and performed many such demonstrations myself, this one’s pretty dramatic in its impact and simplicity, so be sure to watch the first two minutes at the very least. Towards the end, he gives a practical mindfulness technique you can use at any time.