It is a new year, meaning there are plenty of people reworking their current practice, or starting one fresh. Regarding both of these groups, it’s going to be helpful to wipe away any misperceptions and myths. To that end, I am going to answer a question I get asked by almost every student I have; Am I meditating right?
Stick around to hear the answer.
Hey my good friend, thanks for coming back to another episode of Zen Commuter. Today, upon returning from a hiatus, I thought it would be a perfect day to talk about Right Speech. And the best way to do that is with an article from Tricycle magazine. Sensei Dhara Kowal wrote a perfect article that talks about what tricycle does best; putting ancient context into a modern light. Come listen and learn.
Read MoreAs we say farewell to another year, I'm reminded that there are many times in our lives when we must say goodbye. Many of those moments are unplanned, like the loss of a loved one, a dear pet, or even a job. Today, I invite you to join me as I talk about how a meditation practice can help you navigate the losses you experience in your lives. Since grief is such an individual process there's no way I can tell you how to effectively manage it, on or off the cushion. What we will discuss is how the silence and stillness, at times very painful, can help you understand the process as it relates to you.
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