An oft-debated truism about the nature of pain says that “all suffering is equal.” For many, the notion that starvation or torture and anxiety are on the same plane can feel offensive. According to renowned yoga…
Monthly Archives: May 2015
A Beginner’s Guide to Growing Your Own Food
Thirty years ago, the Dervaes family brought a little country to the city. Living in Pasadena, just 15 minutes from downtown LA, a father and his three kids created an urban homestead on their…
Everything You Need to Know About Meditation Posture
There are a million forms of meditation in the world, but if you went around the world taking photographs of people meditating many of them would look quite similar. Why? Because there are some…
An Invigorating Chocolate Smoothie
Enjoy the sweet and satisfying Invigorate Smoothie created by Sonima chef Joy Houston. Simply blend these wholesome plant-based ingredients and enjoy! This chocolate smoothie is great for refueling after a workout or as a healthy breakfast.
The Surprising Ways Mindfulness Can Improve Strength Training
When training for strength or muscle growth most common advice might focus on weightlifting protocols and nutrition, but mental concentration is another important factor. The idea of mindful weightlifting is something Arnold Schwarzenegger recently…
Hearty Quinoa Cakes with Arugula and Roasted Tomatoes
If you’re tired of your usual quinoa recipe, you’ll love this new take on the hearty vegetarian superfood. In the video above Sonima chefs Andy Clay and Laurent Large demonstrate how to make quinoa cakes…
What to Do with Your Mind During Meditation
I have been teaching peaceful-abiding meditation for 14 years now, and over that time I have realized that there are many misconceptions about what to do with your mind during meditation. If you have…
How Can I Treat Eczema Naturally?
Q: My eczema flares up in the springtime. Are there any natural cures that will help control this? A: Eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, is a complicated skin condition that is characterized by…
Considering the Future of Meditation Technology
At the 2005 annual meeting of the Society for Neuroscience, the Dalai Lama gave a keynote talk in which he asked scientists to deeply consider the ethical implications of their work. During the Q&A…
Helping Kids Develop a Contemplative Practice
It’s never too early to introduce your kids to the calming effects of meditation and a contemplative practice. You just need to take a clever approach, says longtime practitioner Rose Freerick, who shares with…
21 Mothers Bring Light into the Wellness World
For many of us, our first verbal expression is something to the effect of “Mamaaaaa!” She brings us into the world, and as we grow, the special bond we have with her, regardless of…
Strawberry Rhubarb Upside-Down Cake with Strawberry Coconut Whipped Cream
You’ve probably heard the saying: The only constant in life is change. And while we all know this to be true, there is a little-known corollary to the sentiment: Cake makes everything better. Why?…
A New, Mindful Approach to Losing Weight and Keeping It Off
Kimberly Snyder’s bio may call her “a nutritionist for the mind, body, and soul,” but don’t let the new age-y description fool you. Named one of the top “results-oriented” nutritionists by Vogue, The New…
A Dinnertime Discussion That Could Change Lives
“Want to talk about it?” We’ve been hearing—and speaking—that phrase since we were old enough to put cogent words to our pain. The theory, one we’ve each put to the test hundreds of times,…
The Meditation You Can Do Anywhere
The first meditation I ever learned was also the most powerful. It consisted of just sitting with the breath. I was six years old. My parents are Buddhist and I had heard the meditation…
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