Life is a series of moments. Whether we appreciate the thousands of junctures in our daily lives or rush from one commitment to the next is entirely in our control. Mindfulness is the practice of being present in the moment. Art presents a unique opportunity to practice mindfulness. In other words, art is a catalyst for mindfulness; a transport mechanism to our most profound thoughts and emotions. Take a moment to objectively look at this painting. Refrain from assigning labels to the components
Furthermore, using same sonar technique animals like dolphins and bats make use of the sound waves to find their way and navigate as the waves are sent out then reflected off the objects around those animals. Those animals use the reflection of sound waves to create images of their surroundings. Beside, digital images that can be provided by sending sound wave into human bodies can help doctors to detect internal injuries and
3.3. Geomancy and Vedic architecture Ancient cultures were very closely related to nature. While some cultures in passive and silent way were dealing with natural phenomena, other high cultures such as Chinese geomancy, were trying to reshape their cultural life and architectonic expression in harmonious ways. Geomancy means interpreting the visible and invisible dimensions of places and landscapes, so that a holistic understanding of their true essence can emerge in our consciousness. It is
METHODOLOGY AIM To assess the effect of meditation on spiritual quotient and psychological well-being. OBJECTIVES 1. To assess the spiritual quotient and psychological well-being of males and females who regularly meditate. 2. To assess the spiritual quotient and psychological well-being of males and females who do not regularly meditate. 3. To assess the difference in spiritual quotient and psychological well-being of meditators and non-meditators. 4. To explore the relationship (if any) between
CONSIDERED. This study focused on hospital chapel. It will give insights about spiritual health of a person. The paper will also discuss how a spiritual health affects a person and how it will contribute to the society. Patient, relatives, or even health care providers go to hospital chapels and have different prayers. The aim of this paper is to know where the relatives, patients or even health care providers go if there is no chapel inside the hospital and they need to talk to God. This study
The Christian psychology (CP) approach to counseling espoused by Langberg (2012) is predicated on two presuppositions with the first being “…knowledge and understanding of the personality of the Son of Man, Jesus Christ” (p. 111) as an imperative and the second being that “…any Christian clinician should be steeped in the knowledge of the Word of God, both written and made flesh in Jesus Christ” (p. 112). Furthermore, those practicing CP should exhibit specific characteristics such as being mindful
enlightenment." In "Peace is Every Step", Thich Nhat Hanh uses meditation techniques and personal stories to explain and exhibit how one can achieve a peaceful life by being apprehensive in conscious of their actions and thoughts of both the body and the mind. First, Hanh shows how to meditate by using conscious breathing, so we are able to be mindful of our present existences. The breathing and smiling meditation can be practiced anywhere such as in the car, in the kitchen whether
A. Introduction a. Originally, my first intent was to relate my encounters with prayer to the common misconceptions that other people have regarding how they are to pray, or if there are any types of prayers that were more likely to be answered. Upon further research and processing, I began to plan a way to make this sermon more interactive and ask the students that I will be speaking in front of for their take on prayer and start the sermon in an open discussion format that engages the students
varied purposes like chanting, counting, mentally repeating a prayer or a deity name. The use of mala in prayers appears to have originated in India around 8th century B.C. Mala was an ancient tool to keep the devotees mind focused while practicing meditation. Hindu deities adorn themselves with the mala which forms a part of their attire or personality. The constitution, procedure of repetition, and benefits of the mala have preset rules and regulations.
process of what is called Sanyama by which one is able to unravel that knowledge which is hidden deep within the subtler layers of one's memory. Yoga therapy techniques include various ways of meditating. Some of these are Transcendental meditation, Om Meditation, Yoga Nidra and Trataka. All these help in Dharana and Dhyana that lead up to Samadhi. Yoga therapy has also come up with a set of games and songs that help enhance the memory at these levels. Breathing exercises (pranayama) are also widely