Meditation

As our awareness expands, we become more in tune with the sensations occurring in our body and begin to observe how these sensations change. Both intense sensations like pain and intense sensations like pleasure become pleasant.

Continuation of the previous article: Secrets of Meditation...

In quantum physics, everything is just atoms, wave functions, pure energy. There are significant similarities between quantum physics, Vedanta, Yoga, and the Art of Meditation.

The calmer and more balanced we are within ourselves, the more easily we express our creativity and happiness. You see, creativity already resides in every part of our consciousness and can be awakened. If there is no creativity within us, we cannot acquire it from anywhere else. It's like placing corn kernels in a pan and letting them pop into popcorn. Similarly, creativity is inherent in our consciousness—it simply waits to be activated.

Rest is only possible when all activity has ceased. When you stop moving around, when you stop working, thinking, talking, seeing, listening, smelling, tasting—when all of these activities come to a halt—then rest becomes possible. What remains are only the involuntary actions of the body (breathing, the beating of the heart, digestion, blood circulation, etc.)—this is called sleep.

People who suffer from migraines know best how debilitating the pain can be. They’ll agree that it prevents them from working, and sometimes it can even be hard to rest. What would you want most in such moments?

For us humans, growing is an inevitable part of life, but aging — that is a choice. No matter what happens today, we can’t turn back time and become a year younger. But we can definitely look and feel younger than our biological age. All we need to do is lead a healthier lifestyle. Let’s discover some natural ways to live that will help you look younger. These techniques won’t just help you look youthful, they’ll also shift your entire approach to life.

Before I started my first job after university, my sister, who is ten years older than me, shared a few wise words:
"Every woman goes through an identity crisis in her late twenties. Be ready to face it."

Our entire being functions thanks to a subtle life force called prana. Prana flows through our system via subtle energy channels (nadis) and energy centers (chakras). There are thousands of nadis and many chakras within us. A vast reservoir of energy lies dormant within every human being. This latent energy, stored at the base of the spine, is known as Kundalini. The amount of energy that rises from this energy center depends on the state of the other chakras and nadis. Hari Om meditation helps activate these chakras.

Meditation for Athletes: 8 Steps to Unlock Deep Energy and Focus
Every athlete will agree that energy is a key ingredient to success in sports. Food, restful sleep, breathing, and meditation are the four main sources of energy.

Padmasana (lotus position), closed eyes, straight spine, hands resting in the lap with palms facing upwards, a gentle smile on the face, and a calm atmosphere — this is the image that comes to mind the moment we hear the word meditation. But what do you actually do when your eyes are closed?! How long do you stay like that?! Here are a few simple tips to help you begin your journey toward yourself.

“I feel so tired. I just need to sleep.”
It’s natural to think this way, right? But is there something else that can provide us with complete rest and recharging? There are four sources of energy, two of which are sleep and meditation. Meditation and sleep are similar in some ways, but they are still very different.

The Other Side of Fear: How Meditation Can Transform It into Strength
What better way to understand fear than to imagine a real-life situation—one you might often find yourself in?

A scientist thousands of kilometers away has discovered that your happiness curve looks like the letter U. We begin and end our journey with happiness—but along the way, we may face certain challenges.

Is it hard for you to cope with the responsibilities of parenting, and do you feel like you understand nothing about fatherhood? You don't even dare to imagine having children because of the fear of the unknown?

The Soul Doesn’t Die – It Returns to the Universe, Scientists Say
The debate about the existence of the soul—whether it is immortal or dies with the body—is an endless topic that has occupied the minds of great thinkers throughout human history. This enigmatic question continues to fascinate various fields of science, but recently a group of scientists claim they have found the truth: the soul does not die—it returns to the universe.

We are awake, experiencing the world through our five senses. In the absence of even one of them, we lose the full spectrum of perception.
At every moment in the waking state, one of our senses dominates—sight, smell, touch, hearing, or taste.

For most of us, eating non-vegetarian food can range from a simple belief to a way of pampering our taste buds. And of course, it’s hard to resist a non-vegetarian dish once you’ve experienced its rich flavor.

Waking up at night craving something sweet?
Struggling to stick to a diet because you always feel hungry?
Is your mind constantly focused on food?
Does weight loss feel like an unreachable dream?

Bhramari pranayama, when practiced before Sudarshan Kriya, releases serotonin and helps with postnatal and menstrual migraines. “It stimulates the upper respiratory tract, which is sensitive during migraine attacks,” adds Dr. Shiksha.

Tossing and turning in bed, waiting for sleep to come? Wondering if there’s a way to sleep better—without effort?
Well, there’s a simple secret to restful sleep: incorporate meditation into your life, and you’ll see things shift!

It is believed that the best time to meditate is in the morning, right after waking up.Although meditation is beneficial at any time of the day, it is especially powerful in the morning because our nervous system is not yet engaged with the day

Concentration is a byproduct of meditation. Meditation is deconcentration.

You probably, like most people, feel the need for a change — the need to make your life better and your day a bit more joyful.
This article won’t tell you about abstract theories or scientific data about how much chocolate you should eat to boost your serotonin levels. Instead, it will offer you a few simple tips for having a truly happy day.

Meditation is universal.
It transcends all divisions imposed by religion, nationality, or culture. It is a gift to humanity that leads to a spiritual state of infinity, unbound by identity. Meditation is the only means to return to innocence.

People have different ideas about meditation. According to many, meditation means concentrating on something. But Sri Sri Ravi Shankar says, “Meditation is the absence of concentration.”