by Krista Arthur | Mar 9, 2012 | Article, Meditation
Like most people, I wake-up in the morning with a slew of information that runs through my mind. Since I meditate in the morning, these thoughts can be a distraction if I pay to much attention to them. Here’s what I do to improve my meditation before I meditate:...
by Krista Arthur | Mar 6, 2012 | Article
There are times when it’s really difficult to concentrate during your meditation practice. Board meetings, parent/teacher conferences, family issues can all overwhelm even the most seasoned meditator. When I’m feeling overwhelmed, I practice a simple...
by Krista Arthur | Mar 2, 2012 | Article
Usually when people speak of oneness and unity what they are really talking about is sameness. Look for the sameness and that’s where you will find the oneness. But is it true that that sameness leads to Oneness? Sameness is safe. Sameness means that you are...
by Krista Arthur | Feb 22, 2012 | Uncategorized
Do you need the ego? Some teachers say, “yes, ego is necessary.” In fact, I’ve had many discussions with students who also believe that ego is necessary. Freud defined ego as the mediator between the self and the world. So the argument goes like...
by Krista Arthur | Jan 18, 2012 | Article
Imagine that you are standing on a beautiful forest path. In your mind’s eye, you can see that this path is clear except for the dappled sunlight and the occasional leaf dancing to the rhythm of the wind. This path is free of obstacles, and that it stretches all...
