As I began exploring different types of meditation, one Japanese word kept popping up in my research – Shikantaza. Shikantaza is a Zen Buddhist meditation that emphasizes ‘just sitting’ without any goals or methods. The name Shikantaza means ‘nothing but precisely sitting.’ At first, this concept seemed confusing to me. Wasn’t meditation supposed to involve some…
Pregnancy can be an exciting but anxiety-provoking time. Hormonal changes, physical discomforts, worries about labor and delivery, and the enormous responsibility of raising a child can all contribute to feelings of anxiety for expectant mothers. While some anxiety is normal, excessive worry during pregnancy has been linked to premature birth and low birth weight babies.…
Do you ever feel anxious or stressed about your romantic relationships? Many of us struggle with attachment issues, fear of abandonment, and worries about rejection. While relationships take effort, your anxiety may be trying to tell you something. The good news is that meditation for relationship anxiety can help. Practices like mindfulness, self-compassion, and loving-kindness…
Meditation is an ancient practice that has become increasingly popular as more people discover its benefits for mental and physical health. However, some people find that anxiety after meditation, at least initially, is worse. If you experience anxiety during meditation or resist meditating due to anxiety, there are ways to make meditation work for you.…
Anxiety is a common condition that affects millions of people. While medication can help in some cases, many natural techniques and exercises can help reduce anxiety without the need for drugs. I’ll share 15 research-backed methods for lowering anxiety and improving mental health in this article. I have included meditation exercises for anxiety PDF links…
Living with anxiety can be challenging. When you feel anxious, it’s easy for your mind to get caught up in stressful thoughts and sensations, making it difficult to focus on the present moment. This is where using grounding techniques during meditation can help. Grounding helps you get out of your anxious head and reconnect with…
I have struggled with anxiety for many years. My anxiety symptoms often include racing thoughts, muscle tension, and feeling paralyzed by fear and anxiety. I used to have frequent anxiety attacks that would leave me exhausted and overwhelmed. After trying different medications and therapies, I discovered that repeating mantras during meditation helped me significantly reduce…
Today’s teens are dealing with unique hurdles, such as understanding the complex world of social media, coping with the aftermath of a global pandemic, and wrestling with escalating environmental concerns. They must be equipped with practical strategies for handling stressors while nurturing mental clarity. As an experienced spiritual meditation guide, I’ve witnessed firsthand how teenagers can morph from anxious souls…
Have you ever felt your heart pounding like a drum before delivering an important presentation or performance? You’re certainly not alone. Performance anxiety can ignite our primal “fight or flight” response, sparking that surge of adrenaline experienced by anyone in the spotlight – from artists to athletes, speakers, and beyond. But here’s some soothing news:…
As an experienced spiritual meditation teacher, I have witnessed the transformative power of meditation on individuals struggling with social anxiety. Social anxiety is a common mental health condition that can cause intense feelings of fear, nervousness, and self-consciousness in social situations. It can be challenging to manage and significantly impact an individual’s quality of life.…