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The Real Difference Between Mindfulness and Meditation

Mindfulness and meditation, these days, the two words are used interchangeably. And in the framework of an 8-week mindfulness course, it is ok to do so. However, in this article, I will disentangle them for you. TLDR: Mindfulness is a mental state achieved by focusing one’s awareness on the present Read more…

By Olivier Devroede, 2 months ago
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Relaxation: a vital component of meditation

In modern approaches to (western) meditation, several important factors have not been incorporated into the practice. One such example is the importance given to ethics in every meditation tradition. Mentioning this in a mindfulness class is sure to embarrass the teacher. The other important factor that is overlooked is the Read more…

By Olivier Devroede, 2 months ago
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6 Ways Meditation Can Actually Change The Brain

Meditation has been proven to have many benefits, including sharpening focus, controlling stress response, and enhancing cognitive performance. It is also a proven way to change the brain, specifically the brain’s size and structure. Meditation is a practice that has been around for thousands of years and is now being Read more…

By Ryan Jackson, 6 months ago
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Meditation and Emotional Regulation for Kids

This is a guest post by Vytautas Vaitkevicius from Minful Souls. During the Covid-19 pandemic, meditation and mindful practices have become a part of more people’s lives than usual. According to data collected by FitBit, meditation times have increased by 2,900% globally over the first seven months of the pandemic Read more…

By Vytautas Vaitkevicius, 1 year ago
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What to do if you start crying during meditation?

I occasionally see meditation students start crying. It’s always a tough moment for me as it somehow makes me unsure whether I should continue the meditation or offer some advice on how to deal with it. Usually, I just continue and come back to the participant after the meditation has Read more…

By Olivier Devroede, 2 years ago
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Can you meditate with your eyes open? [benefits explained]

Most people associate meditation with a monk sitting with a straight back and with his eyes closed. In the most popular form of meditation in the west, MBSR, they ask you to close your eyes. Even I, meditate most of the time with my eyes closed. Meditation with eyes open Read more…

By Olivier Devroede, 2 years ago
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Guided vs Unguided meditation: the pros and cons explained

People often wonder whether it is best to use guided meditation or rather go the unguided route. Both types of meditations have their own strengths. Unguided mediations are used mainly by beginners or to learn a new skill. it can also be used to bring structure in your mediations. However, Read more…

By Olivier Devroede, 2 years ago
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This is why you do not progress in your meditation and what you can do about it

When you do a little research on what advice people give to someone asking ‘Why don’t I see progress in my meditation’, you will almost always find a number of people saying: ‘meditation is not about progress, do not track your progress, it is about being, not striving’. This is Read more…

By Olivier Devroede, 2 years ago
Concentration Meditation

What is the Absolute Best Way to Learn Meditation?

So, you have read about the many benefits of meditation and want to try it yourself. A simple google search will reveal thousands of options. Now, where do you begin? The truth is that there is no single best option for learning meditation. Sure, having access to a skilled teacher Read more…

By Olivier Devroede, 2 years ago
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Is meditation lying down effective? [+howto video]

When you see all the images of monks and buddhas and gurus, one thing stands out, and that is that most of them are sitting cross-legged. So one might wonder if this is the only way to do meditation. In this post, I want to talk about an alternative: lying Read more…

By Olivier Devroede, 2 years ago
Concentration Meditation

What to do after you have finished your meditation?

You are sitting in your meditation posture and the end of your dedicated meditation session nears. The sound of the gong marks the end of the session and then … yes, what then? The best thing to do after the end of a meditation session is to try to consolidate Read more…

By Olivier Devroede, 2 years ago
Concentration Meditation

Should You Meditate on an Empty Stomach? [benefits]

Recently, I have started to fast regularly. And I wondered how it would affect my meditation practice. Turns out that there are a lot of variables (surprise 😉 ) that affect meditation more than fasting. It is best to wait 2 to 3 hours after having eaten a meal to Read more…

By Olivier Devroede, 2 years ago
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How Meditation is Helpful for Those in Addiction Recovery

Mindfulness and meditative practices are becoming more mainstream across the world as people are recognizing the vast mental and physical health benefits associated with these exercises. In fact, mindfulness has been shown to help improve cardiovascular health, reduce cognitive decline, improve the immune system, and reduce psychological pain. These are Read more…

By Joe Gilmore, 2 years ago
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What is the Difference Between Flow and Mindfulness?

Flow, just like mindfulness has become a buzzword. Unfortunately, this also means that a lot of people have misconceptions about what the words exactly mean. Flow is a pleasant state of mind when you are completely absorbed in a task where you tend to forget time and yourself. Mindfulness, however, Read more…

By Olivier Devroede, 2 years ago
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What is Meditation Used for?

Meditation comes in many forms and varieties. I myself practice at least ten different styles depending on my needs. This proves that meditation is a versatile tool that can be adapted to many needs. Meditation is used either to increase well-being or to gain access to knowledge that is not Read more…

By Olivier Devroede, 2 years ago

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