How Journaling Boosts Your Meditation Journey

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Many beginners think meditation is only about sitting still and quieting the mind. But there’s a simple companion practice that can deepen mindfulness and make meditation easier to stick with; journaling. Learning how to combine journaling and meditation is a game-changer for self-awareness, emotional clarity, and building a sustainable meditation…

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How to Meditate Daily in Just 5 Minutes

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Think you’re too busy to meditate? What if I told you five minutes is all you need? If you’ve been thinking about meditating but feel like you don’t have the time, you’re not alone. The good news? Learning how to meditate daily doesn’t require sitting cross-legged for 30 minutes. With…

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Mindfulness Techniques For Improving Focus

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Staying focused isn’t easy, especially with the all the distractions that are in our lives today. And mindfulness isn’t just about relaxing. It can be so much more. When used right, it can help you stay present, aware of and involved with the task at hand. No matter if you’re…

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Shadow Work Exercises for Beginners

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What Is Shadow Work? Rooted in the psychology of Carl Jung, shadow work refers to the process of uncovering and integrating the hidden or repressed parts of ourselves. These are usually areas of ourselves we keep hidden due to fear, shame, or expectations. For beginners, starting with structured, mindful shadow…

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Best Guided Meditation for Beginners: Top Picks to Start Your Mindfulness Journey

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Starting meditation can feel like trying to climb a mountain on your own. But that’s where guided meditation for beginners comes in. It can be your helpful mountain guide to mindfulness. Guided meditation helps with the structure, focus, and direction beginners need when first learning to sit still with their…

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