What is Sound Meditation & Why Is It So Trendy
Our bodies and minds respond to sound on a level that goes far beyond music appreciation. We can heal deep wounds and nurture inspiration by opening up to the many healing tools of sound.

Marisa Brenizer
6 Helpful Tips to Prevent Your Mind from Wandering in Meditation
Although the aim of meditation is not to stop all thought, your mind can still keep you occupied. Here are some helpful tips on how to stop your mind from wandering during meditation.

Kaisa Kapanen
What 5 Studies Say About Meditation and Attention
Meditation has a myriad of benefits and these 5 scientific studies take an in-depth look at meditation’s interaction with the attention part of our brain.

Maren Hunsberger
4 Meditation Lessons Often Learned the Hard Way
Like most other practices, meditation is both an enlightening and lesson-filled experience. Keeping these meditation myths and lessons in mind will help you refine your practice and alleviate any guilt over not doing it the “right way.”

Marisa Brenizer
5 Signs You Know It's Time to Meditate
Though we know the immense benefits of meditation, sometimes life just gets in the way. There are many ways our bodies ask us to get back on track, learn these common signs that tell us it’s time to meditate.

Sophie Heller
Mindfulness Can Help Curb Your Alcohol Cravings
We sometimes turn to alcohol after a stressful day. This can sometimes lead to dependence. Read on how mindfulness can help curb your alcohol cravings.

Marisa Brenizer
Should You Chant OM in Yoga Class?
Why do we chant Om in yoga class? Should you always join in? Should all teachers do this in their classes? One teacher shares her thoughts here.

Camille Dodson
From Summer to Fall: Change is Beautiful
The seasonal transition from summer to fall is an example that change is beautiful. This inspiring read reminds us to always choose to see beauty in change.

Ayami Yamamichi
A Guided Imagery for Inner Wisdom
Here's a sample guided imagery you can use in your classes, personal practice, or even during meditation to feel calm & to find your inner wisdom.

Gopala Amir-Yaffe
We Tried and Tested These 5 Meditation Apps So You Don’t Have To
Looking for meditation apps to help deal with stress, nerves, or anxiety? We reviewed 5 meditation apps to help you in your quest of achieving inner calm.

Ling Beisecker
3-Step Mindfulness to Reset the "Should" Mindset
Always thinking about what you should've done won't change the situation. Here's a 3-step guide to practicing mindfulness to reset the "should" mindset.

Ann Swanson
What’s the Difference Between Mindfulness and Meditation?
It's one of the most popular questions we get: is there a difference between mindfulness and meditation? If so, what is it? Find out here.

Maren Hunsberger
Do Men Like Meditation More Than Yoga?
Do men like meditation more than yoga? According to the DOYOU Global Survey, more men practice meditation compared to women. Why? Find out here.

Brooke Blocker
How to Stop Comparing Yourself to Others
Need help quitting your cycle of self-pity and negative self-talk? Learning how to stop comparing yourself with others is a good first step.

Will Aylward
6 Ways Mindfulness Can Improve Your Sex Life
Mindfulness can affect & improve all aspects of our lives, including intimacy & sexuality. Here are some of the ways mindfulness can improve your sex life.

Karen Costa
Why We All Need to Learn the Art of Stillness
When you start to feel like everything around you is chaotic, just stop & be still—you might realize the art of stillness is all you need to find your calm.

Morgan Dix
3 Reasons Having a Good Cry Can Be Really Good For You
Both men & women feel they should hide their tears so they don't look weak. But letting yourself feel & having a good cry can be good for you. Here's why.

Ling Beisecker
Add Your Voice to the Largest “Om” Chant Ever Recorded
New York’s Rubin Museum aims to gather the largest collective chant of Om ever recorded as part of their History of "Om" project. Learn more here.

Samantha Allen
5 Meditation Techniques to Try
Do you feel like the meditation methods you used to swear by just don't work for you anymore? Here are 5 meditation techniques you should try.

Jeanne Heileman
How To Make Your Meditation Practice Stick Into The New Year
Is meditation one of your new year's resolutions? Here's how to make your meditation practice stick well into the new year and beyond!

KC Whitsett
The Death of The Ego: Meditation’s Powerful Influence
Why does Eastern philosophy see the death of the ego as the ultimate indication of a higher, enlightened sense of being? How does ego "die"? Find out here!

Leah Sugerman
Mindfulness Yoga Brings Peace to South Africa's Prisons
SevaUnite is an organization that brings mindfulness yoga to South Africa's prisons. How does it work and does it really help the inmates? Find out here.

DOYOU
5 Ways to Bring Meditation Into Your Asana Practice
Yoga asana practice was originally & ultimately designed to prepare the body for meditation. Here are great tips on how to bring meditation to the mat.

Jacqueline Buchanan
How to Make Meditation a Lasting Habit
A meditation practice has countless proven benefits, but the key is to practice consistently. Here are great tips to make meditation a lasting habit.

Lacey Haynes
Can Your Environment Influence Your Mindfulness?
Can colors, clutter, lighting and noise influence your inner calmness and mindfulness practice? Learn how to make your home more Zen and find out here!

Norah Martin
6 Steps to Build a Meditation Practice
So you're ready to start a meditation practice — you're there, you're present, but unsure what to do next. Here are 6 steps to help you on your way.

Liz Huntly