The hottest Meditation Substack posts right now

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Ichigo Ichie

Seven Senses • 479 implied HN points • 20 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Meditation
  1. Language has a huge impact on how we see the world and connect with others. Some words from other languages describe feelings or actions that English can't fully capture.
  2. The Japanese term 'Ichigo Ichie' means 'one lifetime, one encounter.' It reminds us that every moment is unique and we should appreciate the present.
  3. We often get lost in thinking about the future and miss out on what is happening right now. Practicing mindfulness can help us enjoy our everyday experiences more.

Kissing Ram Dass

Seven Senses • 579 implied HN points • 16 Dec 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Meditation
  1. Ram Dass was a major spiritual teacher who introduced many people to Eastern philosophies and meditation. His journey started in Harvard and took him to India, where he met his guru.
  2. A personal encounter with Ram Dass felt like meeting an old friend. It showed that connection and love can have a strong impact, even in brief moments.
  3. His legacy continues through his teachings, reminding us that sometimes the way we make people feel is more important than what we say or do.

Shedding Skin, Starting Anew

Seven Senses • 799 implied HN points • 07 Oct 23
🎭️ Culture Meditation
  1. A new weekly series called 'Present Sense' will share various recommendations for engaging all five senses and mindfulness. It'll include suggestions for books, food, and nature activities.
  2. Meditation is emphasized as a key practice for improving focus and awareness. There will be guided sessions to help everyone try it out, no matter their experience level.
  3. Fresh experiences, like tasting fresh beans or visiting new places, can greatly enhance our enjoyment of life. Paying attention to these moments helps us appreciate the beauty around us.

Genuine Gratitude

Seven Senses • 619 implied HN points • 22 Nov 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Meditation
  1. Gratitude is not just a feeling; it's an active choice we make. It helps us appreciate the good even when things feel tough.
  2. Practicing gratitude can shift our focus from negative thoughts to positive ones. It helps us notice the little joys in our lives.
  3. Making time for gratitude, like journaling or reflecting on small moments, can enhance our overall well-being. It's a habit that continues to grow the more we practice it.

Fast & Slow

Seven Senses • 439 implied HN points • 13 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Meditation
  1. Finding a balance between speed and deliberation in creative work can lead to surprising results. Sometimes, working quickly helps your intuition shine through.
  2. Taking time to focus on quality and detail in creative projects is valuable, but it can also limit your potential. It's important to stay aware of when this focus becomes restrictive.
  3. Creativity often lies in the middle ground between slow and fast approaches. Embracing both can lead to a richer creative experience.
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Awakened States: Exploring The Harmony Between Psychedelics & Meditation

Tripsitter • 99 implied HN points • 07 Jun 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Meditation
  1. Psychedelics and meditation both offer transformative experiences, but lasting change likely requires a foundation of consistent meditation practice.
  2. Both meditation and psychedelics can induce altered states of consciousness, but they achieve this through different mechanisms.
  3. Meditation and psychedelics have the potential to impact brain networks such as the default mode network and the salience network, leading to improved cognitive abilities and a shift in thinking patterns.

The Value of a Gift

Seven Senses • 419 implied HN points • 09 Dec 23
🎭️ Culture Meditation
  1. Gifts should not just be about money; they represent our care, attention, and creativity. The true value of a gift comes from the thoughtfulness behind it.
  2. Making gifts yourself can be more meaningful and enjoyable. It helps to reduce the pressure and consumerism often associated with gift-giving.
  3. Connecting with loved ones through gifting creates special moments and can deepen relationships. The happiness in giving comes from sharing experiences rather than the price of the gift.

A Letter To Your Mind

Insight Axis • 355 implied HN points • 10 Dec 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Meditation
  1. The mind has been a loyal companion, shaping thoughts and feelings to guide us through life.
  2. The journey towards the true essence of the Self requires letting go of attachments to the mind.
  3. Despite parting ways with the mind, it remains an integral part of the infinite and eternal essence.

A cup of tea

Silentium • 319 implied HN points • 10 Jan 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Meditation
  1. The post is about finding peace in a cup of tea and a quiet place.
  2. Even amidst chaos and challenges, peace can still be found.
  3. The post encourages taking a moment to find serenity and tranquility.

Be like incense

Silentium • 239 implied HN points • 11 Feb 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Meditation
  1. Contemplating true nature and the Divine leads to transformation and a sense of unchanging presence.
  2. Burning like incense symbolizes the process of self-discovery and inner transformation.
  3. Through practices like meditation, self-inquiry, and prayer, one can burn away the false self to reveal their True Nature and attain Divine Union.

Cosmic Game

Seven Senses • 259 implied HN points • 06 Jan 24
📖 Philosophy Meditation
  1. Entering a new year can bring excitement and a sense of renewal. It's important to embrace the feeling of possibility without holding onto specific expectations.
  2. Life is a mix of experiences, both good and bad. Instead of labeling years as 'hard' or 'good', it's better to appreciate the in-between moments that make up our daily lives.
  3. Showing up with clarity and hope while letting go of control can lead to a more fulfilling year. Embrace life's surprises and focus on your intentions without strict plans.

The Triangle of Happiness

Seven Senses • 319 implied HN points • 18 Nov 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Meditation
  1. The 'triangle of happiness' is a term used to describe a meditation focus area between the nostrils and upper lip. It helps calm the mind and brings awareness to the breath.
  2. Vipassana meditation retreats are dedicated to learning this practice over ten days of silence, allowing participants to truly experience mindfulness.
  3. Meditation can be tough, but with practice, it helps tame racing thoughts and brings a sense of peace and balance to life.

The importance of silence

Silentium • 219 implied HN points • 31 Jan 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Meditation
  1. The central aspiration of Dharma practice is to discover stillness and silence of mind.
  2. Silence can help the mind detach from the created world and find freedom.
  3. Consider engaging with Silentium to explore the importance of silence further.

Beyond the Sun,

Seven Senses • 419 implied HN points • 16 Aug 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Meditation
  1. Astrology is more than just your Sun sign. It includes your Moon and Ascendant signs, each showing different parts of your personality.
  2. Everyone has a unique 'natal chart' that captures the positions of planets at the time of their birth. This chart can reveal insights about one's character and life path.
  3. Custom astrology cards are available for paid subscribers, offering a personalized look at your Sun, Moon, and Ascendant signs based on your birth info.

The heart of awareness

Silentium • 199 implied HN points • 10 Feb 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Meditation
  1. The Ashtavakra Gita is an ancient classic of Advaita Vedanta literature, focusing on a dialogue between King Janaka and the Sage Ashtavakra.
  2. Many spiritual figures, including Ramakrishna Paramahamsa, Ramana Maharshi, and Mooji, consider the Ashtavakra Gita to be profound and enlightening.
  3. The Ashtavakra Gita is described as containing all essential teachings, a source of truth, simplicity, and depth to contemplate and meditate upon.

Drown in a dewdrop

Silentium • 199 implied HN points • 08 Feb 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Meditation
  1. Enlightenment is like the moon reflected on water, vast and unbroken.
  2. Enlightenment doesn't divide you, just like the moon and water stay connected.
  3. Contemplate the depth in a dewdrop, where even a small reflection holds vastness.

Beyond Busyness (audio)

The Joyous Struggle • 158 implied HN points • 30 Jan 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Meditation
  1. The post discusses the concept of busyness as a dubious status claim and why time feels to pass quicker as one ages.
  2. There is a reflection on how two Harry Potter films led to thinking about Gaza, along with a positive outlook on the Perspectiva antidebate.
  3. The post includes a reading of 'Beannacht' by John O'Donohue as an antidote to late January blues.

Who is hearing?

Silentium • 179 implied HN points • 23 Jan 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Meditation
  1. The post discusses the concept of silence and who is hearing.
  2. Zen Master Bassui had great faith in the Bodhisattva Kannon, the Bodhisattva of Compassion.
  3. Readers can access the full post archives with a 7-day free trial subscription to Silentium.

From Outerwear to Inner Peace

Ladyparts • 459 implied HN points • 28 Feb 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Meditation
  1. Meditation can lead to transformation and a deep change in one's life, helping individuals find peace and presence in the midst of life's struggles.
  2. The idea of easily accessible meditation spaces, akin to a 'Dry Bar of meditation,' was a gap Suze Yalof Schwartz noticed and filled with her creation of Unplug, catering to the need for stress relief and inner peace in a busy world.
  3. Personal setbacks can sometimes be the catalyst for seeking inner peace and mindfulness, highlighting the importance of self-care and mental well-being during challenging times.

Weathering Storms

Seven Senses • 259 implied HN points • 21 Oct 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Meditation
  1. Finding stillness can help us stay calm during chaos. When we pause and breathe, we can clear our minds and think better.
  2. Reactions based on fear or judgment can trap us in negative cycles. Taking a moment to reflect allows us to respond more wisely.
  3. Meditation and being present are powerful tools for navigating life's storms. They help us reconnect with ourselves and find inner peace.

The Unseen Real

Daniel Pinchbeck’s Newsletter • 7 implied HN points • 27 Jan 26
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Meditation
  1. Advanced AI and media consolidation are concentrating power and enabling a new techno-fascist form of social control that threatens democratic life.
  2. Widespread automation makes elites see large, diverse populations as expendable, creating an existential crisis of meaning and social survival.
  3. Turning toward practices like Tantra, breathwork, psychedelics, dreamwork, and sensory training is offered as an antidote to that crisis, aiming to heal eros, deepen consciousness, and reclaim hidden feminine power.

A single flower

Silentium • 139 implied HN points • 05 Feb 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Meditation
  1. The importance of contemplative silence and inner peace.
  2. Encouragement to support and share content that promotes silence and reflection.
  3. Engaging in silent sitting practice and supporting silent publications.

Sitting for strength and clarity

Silentium • 159 implied HN points • 14 Jan 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Meditation
  1. Sitting in meditation can help rediscover your basic strength and clarity.
  2. The practice of sitting for strength and clarity is linked to the teachings of Kōbun Chino Ottagawa Rōshi.
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