The raven is often associated with death and darkness, but we should think of him as a powerful symbol of wisdom, transformation and light.
The raven is often associated with death and darkness, but we should think of him as a powerful symbol of wisdom, transformation and light.
You can apply this practice to everything in your life. It forces you to slow down; to see things differently. Everything by nature must dissolve and be let go. The feeling is what is important.
Tea meditation is a form of meditation through the act of drinking tea. It is a method of engaging ourselves in silent contemplation. One looks inwardly to see one’s mind as it is, without any effort to interpret or judge.
Gratitude fills us as we realize how fortunate we are to have had this nourishing food to eat, supporting us on the path of love and understanding. I invite you to make eating meditation a regular part of your day, for forty days. See what five minutes a day—or one bite a meal—does for you.
An eating meditation is among the simplest yet most profound of mindfulness practices. Mindful eating is a wonderful vehicle for weight maintenance; it is also an invaluable platform for daily meditation.
If you want to put yourself in the right frame of mind for eating, try a meditation beforehand. Don’t let the word scare you. A meditation can be anything you focus your physical and mental attention on.