A woman practicing water meditation while sitting by a lake

Water Meditation Techniques

Water meditation techniques are any meditation method that focuses on water. It includes meditating near water, listening to the sounds of water, or even immersing yourself in water while you meditate. One of the most universally relaxing sounds we can hear as humans is the sound of running water. That’s why so many spas have…
Guided Self Forgiveness Meditation Script

A 10-Minute Guided Self Forgiveness Meditation Script (+ Audio)

Harming others, on purpose or not, comes with being human. That’s why having the capacity to forgive yourself is so important. This 10-minute forgiveness meditation script will help you make progress towards forgiving yourself. As we go through this world, we make all kinds of mistakes. It happens every day.  We hurt people we love,…
Abundance Mindset Examples

15 Abundance Mindset Exercises (To Release Scarcity)

Shifting your mindset from scarcity to abundance starts with adding abundance mindset exercises into your life: exercises like awareness, gratitude journaling, visioning, self-compassion, and generosity.  Abundance is a beautiful outlook to take as you look at the world.  Instead of seeing too little, with abundance, you see enough. Instead of seeing limitations, you see possibilities….
Reasons to Be Grateful

101 Reasons to Be Grateful For What You Have

There are all kinds of things to be grateful for: Relationships, nature, laughter, and more. Here’s a list of 101 reasons for gratitude, to add a spark of inspiration to your gratitude practice. If you’ve ever tried gratitude journaling or following the common mindfulness practice of thinking of 3-5 things you’re grateful for each day,…
5 Scripting Manifestation Examples

5 Scripting Manifestation Examples (How to Write A Manifestation Journal)

Scripting manifestation takes the principles of manifestation and encourages you to take action using pen and paper. It’s essentially a form of manifestation journaling. Often, scripting manifestation prompts can aid the process. If you’re hoping for a new job, for example, or hoping to find love, you’d write in your journal as if you were writing…
Man practicing self-compassion by putting his hands over his heart

5 Self Compassion Exercises (to Release Self-Judgment)

With self compassion exercises, we can begin to rewire the conditioning that leads us to judge ourselves rather than show compassion. Our focus on judgment over compassion is driven by natural selection, society, religion, and sometimes our parents and friends. Imagine a mistake or failure you experienced as a kid. I’ve got one. During an…
Children hanging playfully upside down on a swingset

How to Be More Playful

Wondering how to be more playful in your life? Adults often find that responsibilities and seriousness replace the excitement and playfulness of childhood. But by being creative, spontaneous, finding work that feels like play, and being silly, you can cultivate that childlike spirit once again. Ever dream about being a kid again? It’s a common…
Emotional Vibration Chart Raise Your Frequency

The Emotional Vibration Chart: 7 Ways to Raise Your Frequency

The Emotional Vibration Chart maps the range of human emotions to higher and lower frequencies. Peace and joy are higher vibration emotions, while shame and guilt are lower vibration emotions. By using the chart, you can understand which emotions are “higher vibration” and start to cultivate more of those in your life. You’ve heard people…
Different Types of Meditation Practices

51 Different Types of Meditation Practices

Not every meditation technique works perfectly for everyone. From Vipassana to Chakra meditation to Zazen to mantra meditation, there are different types of meditation techniques to experiment with as you look for the practice that best connects with you. Oftentimes, experienced meditators go through multiple forms of meditation before settling on one that connects best…
The Mindful Souls Box (Everything You Need to Know)

The Mindful Souls Box (Everything You Need to Know)

The Mindful Souls subscription box is perfect for anyone looking for a beautifully curated monthly box aimed at spiritual seekers. Their boxes include easy-to-use tools to help you develop your spiritual practice, with 6-8 hand-picked items like jewelry, crystals, aromatherapy products, affirmation cards, and more.  Considering ordering a Mindful Souls box, or a similar spiritual…
Farmer smiling in front of a field of cows with a mountain in the background

How To Measure Happiness With The Subjective Happiness Scale

Happiness is subjective. But measuring happiness can be done using the subjective happiness scale, which you can also use to track your own happiness over time. Some studies also use behavioral observations and biological data to determine happiness. Measuring data by country requires using bigger picture metrics like life expectancy and per capita GDP. Each…
thich nhat hanh mindfulness quotes

51 Thich Nhat Hanh Mindfulness Quotes

Thich Nhat Hanh was a Buddhist monk, teacher, and writer who taught extensively on the subject of mindfulness. When he passed away in 2022, he was rightfully celebrated as one of the most influential promoters of mindfulness in the world. Through his books and teachings, he reached millions of people with a message of compassion…
Understanding the Circle of Concern vs Circle of Influence

Understanding the Circle of Influence vs Circle of Concern

Understanding the circle of influence vs circle of concern means understanding what we can control, and what we can’t control. The Circle of Concern, Circle of Control, and Circle of Influence deal with exactly this issue. These concepts come from Stephen Covey’s 1989 book ‘The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People’. It’s tough to accept…
Why I Stopped Reading the News

Why I Stopped Reading The News

There’s no more time-honored morning routine than sitting down at the kitchen table with coffee, eggs, and the newspaper. But I stopped reading the news because it made me anxious. And it made me anxious because it was outside my Circle of Control. We’ve been trained in this habit. We mirror the behavior shown to…
Best Mindfulness Blogs Top 10

The 10 Best Mindfulness Blogs in 2025

Looking for the best mindfulness blogs on the Internet? Top ten lists are a dime a dozen, so I decided to populate this one with mindfulness blogs that I—personally—regularly read and enjoy. Zen Habits and Raptitude, for example, are some of my favorite sites on the Internet and I’ve read them for years. I’ve also…
Woman reading the Bible and contemplating

Contemplation vs Meditation (What’s the Difference?)

The main difference between contemplation and meditation is that meditation is a practice that focuses on clearing the mind, while contemplation is a more analytical and reflective practice that involves thinking deeply about a particular topic or concept. Sometimes, all you need is to understand your own thoughts. When that happens, you sit down and…
An Introduction to Vipassana Meditation

A Brief Introduction to Vipassana Meditation

Vipassana and modern mindfulness meditation are two closely related practices. Vipassana involves observing the true nature of reality. Before I ever knew much about the concept of mindfulness, I went on a ten-day Vipassana silent meditation retreat. Those dozens of hours of Vipassana meditation were my entrance into the world of mindfulness. While Vipassana and…
How to Increase Your Happiness Set Point

What Is the Happiness Set Point Theory? (Is Happiness Genetic?)

Is happiness genetic? The Happiness Set Point theory that says 50% (or more) of your happiness is determined by genetic factors. The rest of your happiness level is determined by where and how you live your life, and your mindset. Studies have shown the most powerful way to increase your happiness set point is to…
Meditation Hand Positions (A Short Beginner's Guide)

Meditation Hand Positions (A Short Beginner’s Guide)

When meditating, you should put your hands in the position that’s most comfortable for you. Common poses include one hand clasping the other, and each hand resting on one knee. There are also a number of ‘mudras’ you can try that carry meaning in some meditation traditions. Whether you’re just starting meditation or have been…
Can You Meditate In A Noisy Environment

How Do You Meditate In Noisy Places?

Wondering how to meditate in a noisy environment? Surprisingly, it’s possible, not only with noise-canceling headphones—but also by training your mind to observe noise differently. It’s hard enough meditating with all the thoughts your mind generates. Adding environmental noise on top of your normal mental chatter can create a distracting atmosphere where it feels almost…