by Joan | Feb 5, 2014 | Meditation
The practice of meditation is not as easy as it looks. Two images come to mind, when we think of meditation, the lotus flower, and the serene Buddha with closed eyes. The Lotus flower is a symbol of serenity and perfection. We admire the beauty of the lotus in its... 
by Joan | Feb 5, 2014 | Meditation
The thoughtfulness of a bird seems to point to the idea that the bird is actually thinking. Not really as it is a different life form than a human. Animals have an instinct as we do, theirs is more primitive and ours is undeveloped, unless we know of this instinct.... 
by Joan | Feb 5, 2014 | Meditation
To find yourself. This might sound strange initially when you think about it. We like to think that we know ourselves. If you were to come to know yourself there would be a definite change in the way you view the world. Knowing yourself builds a confidence that comes... 
by Joan | Sep 16, 2013 | Blog
The subject of meditation came up when I was twenty-three years old, which was only yesterday. I listened to an intellectual discussion on what it was before I actually attempted to meditate. An intellectual approach opened my mind to the possibility of coming to know... 
by Joan | Jan 25, 2013 | Blog
The real truth about meditation is that meditation is not as easy as it looks. There are no simple steps, quick learning tips or special techniques. This is a very different kind of exploration. The practice of meditation is one of the oldest practices known. For the...
