T 'ai Chi Chih a form of moving meditation based on nineteen movements, has been around for a little bit over 30 years. T 'ai Chi Chih has been spreading among the masses due to its simplicity in learning and convenience in practice and associated benefits. Unlike other forms of mediation, T 'ai Chi Chih is, "easy to learn - usually around two months or 8 once a week classes - varies according to the teacher and does not require physical fitness or coordination, very old and very young alike can learn it" (http://www.taichichih.org). Not only is it simple to learn and convenient, T 'ai Chi Chih has proven to be very flexible as it, "can be practiced standing or sitting, and movements can be adapted to suit a person 's specific needs" (www.nationalpainfoundation.org). T 'ai Chi Chih does not just appeal to the masses because of its simplicity, but also the many benefits associated with the practice of this mediation. The benefits of this technique are extraordinary. With regular practice, T 'ai Chi Chih balances the body and improves circulation, breathing, flexibility and coordination. It can help you reduce stress and tension, while bringing about relaxation, inner peace and serenity. Many people have experienced increased energy, decreased blood pressure, and an improvement in chronic ailments. It also helps in strengthening muscles and bones. With regular practice, T 'ai Chi Chih improves balance, physical fitness, flexibility, and stamina. It promotes longevity while increasing quality of life too (http://www.taichichih.org). An example of how beneficial T 'ai Chi can be is in the case…
It is therapeutic for some people to take the time out of a busy day and enjoy a peaceful moment. Some people prefer to meditate in a chair, on the ground, lying down, standing, whatever is most comfortable! Typically one closes their eyes and focuses on their breathing. There are special breathing patterns that can be used to relax, or a natural breath works as…
This site is full of techniques, as well as Buddhist, and other religions’ ways to remain calm and at peace. It demonstrates how to hold your body as well as how to breathe for each form of meditation. It gives recommendations and lists of books that can be used.…
Directions: Locate two resources on the Internet that explain meditation techniques. Copy and paste the Web address into the top of the matrix. After reviewing the Web site, provide a brief summary for each source. Below your summary, list two interesting facts you learned from each site. Try the techniques you located in your Internet search. Provide a brief description of what happened in your experience.…
According to the book, 10 Minute Mindfulness, “Mindfulness is very simple. It means you become intentionally aware of the present moment while paying close attention to your feelings, thoughts, and sensations of the body” (Scott & Davenport, 2017, p.11). Mindfulness also involves non-judgment. Scott and Davenport state, “non-judgment is the key to experiencing the deeper benefits of a daily mindfulness practice. It requires that you observe your actions, thoughts, and feelings from a distance, without labeling them as good or bad, right or wrong” (Scott & Davenport, 2017, p.12). Mindfulness is the core principle of this book. You have to practice mindfulness everyday (it does not have to be all day, but even for a few minutes) until it develops into a habit. With mindfulness, you are more aware of the present moment, you savor that inner peace, and you become less unconscious. One example that I did was to practice shower meditation. Learning how to practice shower meditation gives me more appreciation of the clean and warm water that cleanses my body. I envisioned myself being cleaned from all the worries, stress, and anxiety of life. I felt so much relief and I got to start my day…
Directions: Locate two resources on the Internet that explain meditation techniques. Copy and paste the Web address into the top of the matrix. After reviewing the Web site, provide a brief summary for each source. Below your summary, list two interesting facts you learned from each site. Try the techniques you located in your Internet search. Provide a brief description of what happened in your experience.…
Allen, C. (2005, June 18). Is justice served in celebrity trials? Local experts disagree. Greenville Online News. Retrieved June 27, 2005, from http://greenvilleonline.com/news/2005/06/18/2005061866284.htm…
Middle Land Chan Monastery is a Buddhist Temple I visited in Pomona. Middle Land Chan Monastery was built in April of 2008 and was founded by Master Wei Chueh, who is also the founder of Taiwan’s famous Chung Tai Chan Monastery. Wei Chueh wanted a Buddhist temple the inland empire to broaden the Buddhist religion and wisdom. Middle land Chan Monastery welcomes any race, gender, or religion and is free to any visitor. They offer free meditation classes of all levels and age groups. They have different days throughout the week, when they teach classes in Chinese or English allowing the communities preference. The classes teach the following: history of Zen Buddhism, the four noble truths, the noble eightfold path, six perfections, emptiness and the middle way, and the principle of casualties. Once you have completed the advanced classes you can move on to the Sutra study classes which teach more in depth about the above categories. These classes are two hours long for twelve weeks. The first hour is meditating and the second hour is teachings of the Buddha. Ceremonies are also offered with reservations. All ceremonies and classes are taught by Abbess Jianxiang. Dress Code is your choice but is recommended to be comfortable and non-slippery socks. Other meditation clothing is provided if wanted. Middle land Chan Monastery is a very good place to come if you are interested in Buddhism and want to learn their ways. I enjoyed my time spent there learning their culture and feeling welcomed the entire time.…
Following the collapse of the Han Dynasty, Buddhism's popularity gradually began to grow in China. Based on these documents, there were two distinct responses China had do to control the spread of Buddhism. Firstly, they needed support from Chinese scholars and citizens and secondly disdain towards it from those in direct power of China. Part of the reason Buddhism spread was because it was a missionary religion. Many educated Chinese supported the religion as they created written records highlighting the appealing aspects of the religion.Those in direct control over China showed their opposition towards the religion by describing it as a threat to China and its people.…
| This is a pretty simple website on meditation, it does not have any religious viewpoints and it is pretty simple for beginners like myself. It has a list of 6 easy steps, and they are straight to the point.…
this flash of awareness, the individual perceives the object, sees it, labels it, and Right mindfulness and right concentration combine into a contemplative, meditative practice. The reason of mindfulness is "quieting and stilling the mind; creating knowledge; and developing generosity and sympathy" (Sharples, 2003, p. 27) to adapt to dukka (enduring). This parallels the concepts of Samatha (concentration) and Vipassana (insight) meditation. Therefore mindfulness, enriched through daily practice, strengthens the ability to be aware of each moment with compassion, and a more balanced state of mind rather than remaining in perpetual dissatisfaction. In day to day Buddhist practice, “mindfulness is the observance of the basic nature of each passing…
In the books titled Meditations by Marcus Aurelius, twelve different virtues are brought up and thoroughly described. In fact even a contemporary society could learn valuable lessons from any of the twelve virtues and apply them to present day to fix certain issues. For Aurelius loyalty to the principles of wisdom is the most important virtue. It is the fourth virtue he writes about and it may also be the most impactful virtue he discusses. Aurelius says “mankind are poor, transitory things; one day in life, and the next turned to ashes.” It is this idea and perspective that Aurelius tries to express throughout many of the other virtues he writes about in Meditations. Currently in the United States of America, there is a possibility that the federal government will shutdown. This issue could be resolved if lessons from Aurelius’ books were understood and applied to best solve the problem at hand.…
Each of these things brings you to ultimate relaxation and helps you find your inner peace. “Meditation is a means of transforming the mind. Buddhist meditation practices are techniques that encourage and develop concentration, clarity, emotional positivity, and a calm seeing of the true nature of things.” (“What is Meditation?”). One simply stops activity of the mind in deep relaxation to effectively connect to the inner self.…
Kabat-Zinn, J. (1994). Wherever you go, there you are: Mindfulness meditation in everyday life. New York: Hyperion.…
Chronic inflammation has been shown to be a consistent pre-cursor to many metabolic diseases, such as obesity, fatty liver disease, atherosclerosis, insulin resistance, type II diabetes, degenerative disorders such as dementia, airway disease and some cancers.1 The relationship between diet, and more specifically refined carbohydrates, and chronic inflammation has been of high interest in the media in recent years. This interest could have a lot to do with the alarming rate that these metabolic diseases are growing. For example, The World Health Organization estimates that one billion adults worldwide are over weight, and 300 million of those are clinically obese, defined as having a body mass index equal to or greater than 30 kg m-3. (1)…