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The Life Story of the Buddha

By Bart Mendel

Life-changing lessons we can learn from the Buddha The Buddha did not begin his life as “The Buddha.” He began...

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What is A Bodhisattva?

By Sara-Mai Conway

What is the Meaning of Bodhisattva? Definition, Origins & Practices The bodhisattva seated in meditation is among the most iconic...

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What is Spiritual Meditation?

By Bart Mendel and Mindworks Team

At its core, spiritual meditation is the mindful practice of connection to something that is greater, vaster, and deeper than...

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Does Meditation Make You Happy?

By Trinlay Rinpoche

What do we all have in common? What motivates us? What is it that we’re all striving for? We’re all...

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How to Breathe Properly When Meditating

By Bart Mendel and Mindworks Team

The point of mindfulness meditation practice is to cultivate awareness and peace, but beginners often get side-tracked by worrying about...

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Meditation for Sleep

By Mindworks Team

Meditation before going to bed If you’ve been struggling to catch some shuteye lately, meditating before bed might help. Statistics...

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What are the Different Types of Meditation?

By Bart Mendel and Mindworks Team

Some technique of meditation is practiced in virtually every community throughout the world. An ancient tradition, meditation is as relevant in today’s...

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Understanding Empathy and Compassion

By Julia Stenzel

Compassion is a multidimensional process with four key components Compassion is the heartfelt wish to help others become free of...

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What Does Meditation Feel Like? – Meditation Experiences

By Mindworks Team

Many new (and not-so-new) meditators wonder: what kind of meditation experiences should I be having? What should I be feeling?...

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How Long Does Meditation Take to Work?

By Mindworks Team

A good number of new meditators begin sitting with the hope that the holistic benefits of meditation will make themselves...

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What is Zen Meditation? Benefits & Techniques

By Bart Mendel and Mindworks Team

Zen meditation is an ancient Buddhist tradition that dates back to the Tang Dynasty in 7th century China. From its...

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Proven Solutions for Chronic Pain

By Dr. David Schechter

Harnessing the power of the mindbody approach Understanding acute and chronic pain Acute, subacute, and chronic pain are different. With...

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Best Meditation Techniques for Beginners

By Bart Mendel and Mindworks Team

Meditation is a transformational method that not only helps us relax but also improves our general well-being. If you’re just...

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How to Start Meditating: Five Meditation Techniques for Beginners

By Bart Mendel and Mindworks Team

Mindworks 101: Learn How to Start Meditating Keep it Simple When the time comes to start meditating, it may all...

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Contemplating Lovingkindness

By Lama Jampa Thaye

The causes of happiness and the role of love in developing connections One of the main causes of happiness is...

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