Today, we’re going to look at ways to Zen your life and how to live a Zen lifestyle. Zen is all about the art of simplicity. As Buddhist teacher Thich Thien-An said, “The beauty of Zen is found in simplicity and tranquility, in a sense of the all-embracing harmony of things.” When we live the… Continue reading Zen Your Life: How To Live Zen Lifestlye
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10 + Zen Ideas For You To Try Today
Welcome to the “Zen” section of The Daily Meditation. In this section we look in depth at Zen, including:
- Zen meditation techniques.
- How to haven a Zen attitude in your everyday life
- How to have a Zen living space, including a Zen garden,
- and more.
Here are some of our most popular Zen articles:
Zen Meditation Technique: Perhaps the most important thing to know about Zen is how to do Zen meditation techniques. I love Zen meditation. And I want to share my passion with you. That’s why I’ve written an in-depth guide to Zen meditation technique.
How To Live In The Moment: Zen is all about living in the moment with “present moment mindfulness”. This is a positive attitude that I would like to help you to create in your own life. Take a look at my guide to Living In The Moment.
Zen Garden Meditation: Have you ever been to a Zen garden? They are fabulous, relaxing places that are perfect for meditation. And you can design one for your own home. Take a look at my guide to Zen Garden Meditation.
Best Meditation Music Artists Who Make You Relax
In this list of the best meditation music artists, I will be sharing tunes from all over the world, chosen by me, a meditation teacher and musician for more than 30 years. We will look at all the best meditation music of different styles, including Zen meditation music, Indian, Chinese, Tibetan and more. And we… Continue reading Best Meditation Music Artists Who Make You Relax
Backyard Meditation Space Ideas & Tips
In this tutorial, we will be looking at how to make a backyard meditation space, with lots of design ideas for inspiration. I simply love the energy in a beautiful garden. And one of the best ways to make your garden even better is to create a garden meditation area. A backyard meditation area is… Continue reading Backyard Meditation Space Ideas & Tips
How To Zen Your Home To Make It Relaxing To Be In
In this guide, we’ll look at how to Zen your home. Our houses and apartments can either help us relax or make us stressed. Clutter, mess, and bad decor can cause bad moods, stress, and the general inability to feel Zen. This was recently proven. Jeanne E. Arnold, Anthony P. Graesch, and Enzo Ragazzini (researchers… Continue reading How To Zen Your Home To Make It Relaxing To Be In
9 Best Zen Books Beginners Will Love In 2021
In this guide: All the best Zen books for beginners to read in 2021. Buddhism has become highly popular in the past 50 years thanks to the likes of Jack Kornfield and D. T. Suzuki. Today, there are hundreds of books about Zen and the philosophies therein. Picking the best Zen books for beginners is… Continue reading 9 Best Zen Books Beginners Will Love In 2021
Loving Kindness Meditation Script (Metta Bhavana) – Short & Long
I love teaching the Buddhist Loving Kindness Meditation script (Metta Bhavana) in my online meditation lessons. Because it fills us so full of, well, love and kindness of course. You might have seen the Metta meditation scripts of famous meditation teachers like Sharon Salzberg, Tara Brach, Pema Chodron, Jack Kornfield and others. Maybe you tried… Continue reading Loving Kindness Meditation Script (Metta Bhavana) – Short & Long
Zen meditation Room: Design Ideas for Your Zen Space
In this guide, I am going to share my best ideas for Zen meditation rooms at home. I’ll show you how to design a Zen room you can relax in so your home will be more Zen. If you’re a proud homeowner who loves meditating, you are going to get so much out of this… Continue reading Zen meditation Room: Design Ideas for Your Zen Space
Ultimate Guide To Buddhist Meditation Techniques For Beginners
There are lots of different Buddhist meditation techniques for beginners. And each has its own benefits. When you use these meditations, you will learn to understand and control your mind. The purpose of meditation in Buddhism, according to Kamalashila [12th Abbot of Nalanda University], is to create a calm, luminous mind and to reach enlightenment.… Continue reading Ultimate Guide To Buddhist Meditation Techniques For Beginners
Best Meditation Cushions For Bad Knees & Bad Backs
In my list of the best meditation cushions for bad kneed and backs, you’ll find zafus, zabutons, pillows and mats. These cushions will improve your posture and help you to meditate. If you’re a serious meditator, you need a good meditation seat to help you to meditate in the correct sitting posture. The best meditation… Continue reading Best Meditation Cushions For Bad Knees & Bad Backs
4 Zen Meditation Techniques Beginners Need To Know
In this guide to Zen meditation techniques, beginners will learn how to do Zazen meditation and other methods. We will also look at the benefits of Zen meditation. And for beginners, we will discuss posture and hand positions. Each of the different types of Zen meditation has various benefits. That’s why it is worth… Continue reading 4 Zen Meditation Techniques Beginners Need To Know
5 Non Religious Meditations For Atheists, Agnostics
Yes, there are non-religious meditations for atheists and agnostics. And no matter what some hardcore religious people might tell you, you have just as much right to practice meditation as anyone else. If you’re an atheist, agnostic or, well, anyone else, you can meditate. As a mindfulness teacher, I’ve taught non-religious meditation to atheists and… Continue reading 5 Non Religious Meditations For Atheists, Agnostics
How To Make A Japanese Rock Garden
In this tutorial, we will look at how to make a Japanese Rock Garden (Zen Garden) at home. You’ll learn the benefits of rock garden landscaping, how to use them for meditation, and how to tend to your sand/gravel in a mindful way. If you love DIY and Zen, you will also definitely want to… Continue reading How To Make A Japanese Rock Garden
121 Buddhist Proverbs To Share With Your Friends
Buddhist proverbs are truly inspiring. In the Buddhist quotes below you can see all the wisdom of Buddha. Over the years, many beautiful minds have spoken or written about the Zen way of life. Eckhart Tolle. Thich Nhat Hanh, Jack Kornfield… and all the other spiritual gurus [READ: List of the Best Spiritual Gurus] While… Continue reading 121 Buddhist Proverbs To Share With Your Friends
What The Buddhist Mara Demon Teaches Us About Life And Attachments
Do you know the story from Buddhism of the mara demon and Buddha? It is a Buddhist teaching that is all about freeing your mind To free your mind, you need to know how to stop what Buddhism calls the Mara (demon) from controlling you. Just like how Buddha stopped Mara. While the Buddha was… Continue reading What The Buddhist Mara Demon Teaches Us About Life And Attachments
Ultimate Guide To Zen Walking Meditation Technique [Kinhin]
In this tutorial, we will look at Zen walking meditation technique (Kinhin). You will find this meditation very soothing and relaxing. Zen walking meditation technique (“Kinhin”) is a traditional form of Buddhist mindfulness with many health benefits. It is used in Chan Buddhism, yoga (through the teaching of Swami Sivananda and Swami Satyananda) and Theravada… Continue reading Ultimate Guide To Zen Walking Meditation Technique [Kinhin]