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24

Dec2015

Metta Meditation

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December 24, 2015
Metta Meditation   Metta bhavana, or loving-kindness meditation, is a method of developing compassion. It comes from the Buddhist tradition, but it can be adapted and practiced by anyone, regardless of religious affiliation.     You can find more information and an explanation on how to practice on the following website and in Sharon Salzberg's video.... Read More

22

Dec2015

Single-tasking

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December 22, 2015
Single-tasking   We all know multitasking and are really good at it (talking on the phone while we are driving, reading emails while talking on the phone and so on).   Single-tasking is the opposite: singletasking means focusing on just one thing.   Only driving, fully paying attention to the conversation you are having, only working on a ... Read More

21

Dec2015

Mindful communication

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December 21, 2015
Mindful communication I am sure you have experienced both: conversations where your conversation partner is only focusing on you and listening attentively and situations where your conversation partner is absent-minded.   Nevertheless, we sometimes find it difficult to be mindful, completely present and bring our full attention to conversations. Being present is a present you can ... Read More

20

Dec2015

GOOD is good enough – it doesn’t have to be perfect

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December 20, 2015
GOOD is good enough - it doesn't have to be perfect   Our own perfectionism can lead to stress. Of cause it is important to perform well and make an effort, but most of the time GOOD is good enough, it doesn't have to be perfect.   You probably know the Pareto principle which states ... Read More

19

Dec2015

As resilient as a bouncing ball

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December 19, 2015
As resilient as a bouncing ball By Verena Riedler   When you throw a bouncing ball on the floor, it first changes its shape. But it is elastic and gains new energy when bouncing back. Resilient people act in the same way - after a crises they return with new strengths.   Resilience supports us ... Read More

17

Dec2015

Come to peace – first outside and then also inside

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December 17, 2015
Come to peace – first outside and then also inside Guest author: Kirsten Gassner   This can be practiced, even as a part of your daily life: Once a month e.g. on a Sunday morning you could take time and take a walk in the forest. No commitments, no phone, just you, no sports ... Read More

15

Dec2015

Nadi Shodhana

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December 15, 2015
Nadi Shodhana     Nadi Shodhana, also known as alternate nostril breathing, is a powerful breathing practice with wide reaching benefits. Nadi is a Sanskrit word meaning 'channel' or 'flow' and shodhana means 'purification’. The idea of Nadi Shodhana is to alternatingly breathe through your left and right nostril. This ... Read More

13

Dec2015

Meditation

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December 13, 2015
Meditation   Today, I want to invite you to a meditation. You need neither a meditation cushion nor do you need to know the full lotus position. All you need are five minutes without interruption or distraction.     Sit in a comfortable but sill upright position on a chair, the floor, etc. If you want to, you ... Read More

12

Dec2015

24 hours or the two watches

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December 12, 2015
24 hours or the two watches   Today is Saturday and half time, therefore we have a special task for you:     On a piece of paper draw two equal watches with 24 hours each. In the first watch put your "actuals" - how much time you spend working, sleeping, eating, exercising, on leisure, … In ... Read More

07

Dec2015

Exercises for neck and shoulders

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December 7, 2015
Exercises for neck and shoulders   Tensions in your neck and shoulders can be a result of stress. This can lead to pain and to even more stress.   The following exercises can help you relax your neck and shoulders:   Pull up your shoulders: Breathe in, make fists and pull your shoulders towards your ears, when ... Read More