Kirtan is a beautiful mix of music, mantras and chanting that has tons of wonderful benefits. The benefits are both physical and spiritual in nature. Anyone who loves music could easily get into kirtan. As a lover of music myself I was introduced to kirtan 2 years ago and fell in love. I noticed a difference in my mood after singing kirtan. I also noticed that I had my energy after singing kirtan. These are just a couple of the benefits that I had. In this blog post I’ll go more in depth to give you some examples of kirtan…
-
-
So you have decided that you want to start a meditation practice. You start looking through apps, blogs and local meditation centers. The choices can be pretty overwhelming almost to the point that it defeats the purpose that you set out for. Meditation is supposed to relax your mind, not overwhelm you. How do you sort through the meditation variations to find the practice that is right for you? I was where you were not long ago. I wanted to meditate so I started my research. My research started with Youtube. I sat through guided meditations, some good, some not…
-
With all of the pressure that kids are under now they can get great benefits from a simple meditation practice. Kids schedules are crammed with school work, homework, sports and tons of other extracurricular activities. Add technology to the mix and it’s no wonder kids are so overwhelmed and stressed. Giving kids a meditation practice can help bring balance and calm to a crazy life. When should kids start meditating? I have meditated with children as young as 3 years old. It’s amazing to see the change in young children. I’ve watched children come into my meditation classroom as little…
-
* As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases * The holiday season is just around the corner, and if you have an essential oil enthusiast in your life, this 2024 gift guide has everything you need to find the perfect present! Whether they’re just getting started or are seasoned pros, these thoughtful gifts are sure to delight any essential oil lover. (Can you believe it’s already time to start thinking about holiday shopping?) Essential Oils Case A must-have for any essential oil lover! A sturdy and stylish case keeps their collection organized and makes traveling with oils a…
-
People are quick to point out the physical benefits of meditation like lowered blood pressure and decreased anxiety. But meditation doesn’t just affect your physical health. It can also affect the health of your relationships. Here are just a few of the relationship benefits you’ll get if you regularly practice mediation: The Ability to Listen Meditation teaches you how to be present in the moment. It gives you the chance to check in with your mind and body. But more importantly, it shows you how to listen. This can come in handy when it comes to defusing arguments with your…