As someone coming from a Soto Zen background, my recent discovery of this traditional Rinzai meditation practice called “Nanso Meditation” has been an interesting discovery! Rinzai Zen, known for its emphasis on koan practice and…
If you want to cultivate more positive emotions and compassion in your life, try loving-kindness meditation. This form of meditation has been practiced for centuries and is known for its ability to increase feelings of…
ADHD can be a challenging experience for both children and adults alike. As a dad of a 10-year-old boy with an attention deficit, I have witnessed the transformative effects of zazen meditation in managing symptoms…
Kinhin meditation is a form of walking meditation found in Zen Buddhism, often practiced in conjunction with seated meditation known as zazen. You may have heard of Kinhin if you’re familiar with Zen meditation. While…
In recent years, mindfulness and meditation have become increasingly popular practices for promoting well-being and reducing stress. However, these terms are often used interchangeably, leading to confusion about their differences. While mindfulness and meditation share…
Zen meditation has been a spiritual practice for centuries and is recognized for its numerous physical, mental, and spiritual benefits. This practice involves focusing on the present moment and observing one’s thoughts and feelings without…
If you’re having trouble sleeping at night, it may be worth trying meditation. Mindful breathing meditation is a deep relaxation technique that will not only make it easier to fall and stay asleep but will…
Originally called Dhyana in India, the practice of Zen meditation or Zazen is at the heart of the Zen Buddhist experience. Zen meditation is a very simple yet precise method of meditation, where the correct…