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Mudita: Emphatic Meditation for Joy
I believe that meditation is familiar to most of you who are reading these lines and you practice meditation, or at least you've heard about this term at some point. Just in case, let's recap that meditation is a practice that involves training the mind to focus and redirect thoughts. It is often used to increase awareness, reduce stress, improve relaxation, and enhance overall mental and physical well-being. Meditating regularly can help cultivate mindfulness, improve concentration, and promote a sense of inner calm and clarity.
In this post we will broaden your horizons with one type of meditation which is called "Mudita". Mudita meditation originates from Buddhist traditions and is a practice that cultivates feelings of sympathetic joy or happiness in response to the success, accomplishments, and happiness of others. It is a way to counter envy or jealousy and develop a sense of interconnectedness and compassion towards others. Mudita (in Pali and Sanskrit) means joy, especially...
Yoga Myth Busting: Why Yoga Actually IS for YOU!
I'm sure you've heard it before. "Oh, yoga is slow and boring"... "you have to be flexible"... "yoga is all about doing difficult poses". Let's bust the most popular myths together.
Yoga is playful, it's fun, it can make you sweat but also calm you down. You're doing something good for your mental and physical health and your body will thank you for your practice. Read on and see that yoga is just great and actually is for you!
1) Yoga is slow and boring
Among the yoga styles we can definitely find slow and gentle lessons. But there is also a huge variety of more dynamic and physically demanding styles to choose from, such as Ashtanga Yoga, Power Yoga and Vinyasa. These types are especially appreciated by those who already have pre-existing physical practices and can be a great compliment. Many active styles are suitable for all levels including beginners as well. Try to find an experienced teacher who can support you with variations and modifications that are right...
