By exploring various wellness activities, individuals can find methods that resonate with them personally, leading to improved psychological capital.
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The Therigatha, a collection of poems written in Pāli by Buddhist nuns, reveals that women’s enlightenment may not necessarily require renunciation of domestic life.
A medical anthropologist explores claims about the health benefits of sound baths and how to choose the one to attend.
Daoism, which emphasizes harmony with nature, can inform individuals on their relationship with the environment.
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A scholar who studies alternative expressions of spirituality visited secular, atheist and psychedelic churches and interacted with attendees. Here is what he found.
Colouring works in a similar way as mindfulness by helping people stay focused on the present moment.
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Meditation practices won’t magically transform your life, but they can be effective tools to cope with stress.
A prayer altar in the main gathering hall at the temple Wat Ratchapradit in Bangkok, Thailand.
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Theravada Buddhism is the dominant religious system in several parts of South and Southeast Asia, but there is a rich diversity of beliefs and practices in this tradition.
Studies show that consistent meditation practice is key.
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Yoga’s surge in popularity in the past decade has spurred more research into its effects. The combination of physical movement and mindfulness provides a wide range of health benefits.
People of any age or walk of life can access and benefit from meditation.
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Mindfulness, one of the most common forms of meditation, is a skill that must be cultivated and practiced. With some training and discipline, it can help anyone live more fully in the moment.
The vast majority of Buddhists in historical and contemporary times have been followers of Mahāyāna Buddhism.
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The Mahāyāna branch of Buddhism likely emerged around the first centuries A.D. and was most readily carried through the Silk Road and maritime trade routes.
CEO of Cancer Council Queensland; Secretary of International Pyscho-Oncology Society; President of Asian Pacific Organization for Cancer Control, Cancer Council Queensland