We're dedicated to teaching the very simple practice of mindfulness meditation. There are many ways to meditate, but we will focus our attention to the feeling and sensation of the breath.
We teach the importance of developing a disciplined practice that occurs every day. Even if the meditation is short, practicing every day is the ideal path for all the benefits meditation can provide.
We're seeking a pragmatic outcome based in hard neuroscience. There are countless studies now to demonstrate the power of meditation in our daily lives to live more productive, focused, and joyful lives.
Learn a Meditation
The object of mindfulness meditation is the feeling of the breath as it enters through the nose, into the lungs, and out of the mouth. When we are aware that our mind has begun to wander, we gently bring our attention back to the breath.
Try a Short Guided Meditation
Being grateful means not taking things for granted. Quite the opposite, you remember how everything that comes to you fits into an overall scheme. You acknowledge the precious quality of everyday things. And you maintain a gratitude for both the good and the bad in your life.
~Deng Ming-Dao
Try a Gratitude Meditation
Developing a Meditation Practice
Meditation assumes many forms. However, practically speaking, meditation entails simply sitting still, relaxing your body and quieting your mind. In this space, you will experience a calming silence and a deep sense of peace.
To begin your practice of meditation, we recommend starting with a daily practice of 2-5 minutes. Once you begin, commit to this discipline every day for the next 30 days. If you miss even one day, start over. Daily repetition is essential to developing a long-term practice.
The Science
Join Dr. Steve Shoemaker and Angela Whaley in this interview series about meditation and the exciting science behind the power of adopting a practice of meditation and the effects on the mind from happiness, health, and wellness perspectives.
Join Dr. Steve Shoemaker and Angela Whaley in this interview about meditation and the myriad new science behind the power of adopting a practice of meditation and the effects on the mind from the science of happiness, health, and wellness.
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