Want to learn about mindfulness? This mindfulness archive features the best posts about mindfulness and meditation.
Life can be tough sometimes, but I’ll tell you from experience that there are ways to make life easier and less stressful… even during one of those times. I’ve been keeping a gratitude journal for quite some time, which encourages me to focus on the things that I’m grateful for on a daily basis… regardless of how … Read more
What is your meditation ritual? Some people simply close their eyes and quietly think about a calming place, while some take a more active approach and visualize the possible outcomes of a current situation in their lives. I prefer to listen to some light music during meditation, but I am always open to trying new … Read more
One complaint about mindfulness I hear again-and-again is “Steve, I just don’t have time to be mindful.” Hey, I get it! The idea of slowing down and “enjoying the moment” seems at odds with the idea of being productive. And I love productivity. How Making Time for Mindfulness Improves Productivity It is easy to think that … Read more
The TED Talk platform has become popular for many reasons, the main reason is clearly stated in their simple slogan: “Ideas Worth Spreading.” TED Talks are an inspiring way to open your mind to new ideas, with the fun twist of having professionals on a variety of subjects tell real stories and describe real situations … Read more
Do you ever feel like you get short of breath in situations when other people may not? If so, there are several factors that could contribute to this, including the negative effects of smoking, asthma, and COPD. Or maybe you are a runner, swimmer, yoga enthusiast or singer, and have what would be considered “normal” … Read more
We have all heard about the benefits of mindfulness, and how practicing this form of meditation has many health benefits. However, have you heard about the benefits of a habit called “walking meditation?” Both walking and meditation are great for your health, but when they are put together, they offer benefits that are greater than … Read more
Did you know that having fun can provide some of the best stress relief? Games can provide kids with a source of eustress, which is the “good” type of stress that keeps people feeling alive. Eustress refers to the sense of excitement that you get from finishing a project, meeting a challenge, or even riding … Read more
Have you ever noticed how when you are having fun you are able to put life’s stressors aside and just be happy for a little while? Having fun while playing a game will not only reduce your stress in the short term, but can also have lasting effects that make you a more relaxed person … Read more
Feel disconnected from your spouse or partner? Struggle to keep your relationship fresh? Worried that everything will end in heartbreak? If you answered “Yes” to any of these questions, then you should check out the latest mindfulness book that I co-authored with Barrie Davenport. It’s called: Mindful Relationship Habits: 25 Practices for Couples to Enhance … Read more
Mindfulness has become a popular word recently, but do you know how it differs from meditation? Meditation and mindfulness each have many definitions and are often intertwined, so it’s easy to confuse the two terms. However, these two terms actually complement each other. Mediation and mindfulness are two sides of the same coin and often … Read more