I’m sure we all know of at least one “drama queen” or have experienced various “drama cycles” in our lives. Some people seem to attract this drama, and working with these people often results in a laborious process of trying…
There’s an ongoing question in theology circles and in society as to whether such a thing as “good or evil” exists. It gets confusing when religions like Buddhism and societal norms tell us “don’t judge!” There are also nefarious groups…
As society and psychology evolves, we are able to better recognize and classify different personality traits so that they can be more easily recognized. Once the recognition occurs, the decision is yours as to whether or not you want to continue the relationship with this person. Of course, it can be hard. Hanging out with a covert narcissist becomes strained if you shine a light on the behavior instead of silently play along. As a keyboard player who recently moved to a new town, I had a brief […]
In 2023, it may seem “trendy” for people to have special diets and food allergies. From being “gluten free” to “dairy free” to “raw food vegan” to people who do not eat any carbs, and now with the World Economic Forum telling us that “you will eat ze bugs,” there’s a huge playing field for the special needs of individuals on a diet. The hardest part is that there’s no “one diet” that works for everyone. In this blog, I explore some of these diets and my own personal journey in finding my own sp […]
There is a time for mouth breathing. Playing saxophone is easier with the faster air flow, not to mention in a heated verbal debate or song singing. Panting seems to be a natural reaction in athletics to increase oxygen. I’ve even dedicated an entire line of study to various forms of breathwork, some of which encourage the use of mouth breathing during the meditation for that very reason.What if i told you, except for these rare exceptions (which in some cases can be overcome), you […]
This is a guest blog post by ChatGPT! Even AI knows the benefits of meditation.Meditation has been practiced for thousands of years, and with good reason. The benefits of meditation are well documented, and include reduced stress and anxiety, improved sleep, and increased focus and concentration. Whether you’re new to meditation or have been practicing for years, there are many techniques you can use to help deepen your meditation practice and experience the full benefits of this ancient practi […]
Meditation has become increasingly popular in recent years, and it’s not hard to see why! This practice can reduce stress, anxiety, and depression—helping you feel better both physically and mentally. It can also boost your immune system, improve your sleep quality, and increase overall happiness. While meditation is powerful on its own, there are some things you should know before you begin meditating to ensure that your practice is safe and effective. 1) The Health Bene […]
As something I do more than 1/3 of my life, I truly value my sleep experience. After over a decade of use, I gave away my vintage 2008 king-size Simmons Beautyrest Black because my new place didn’t have room for…
Wim Hof There are many variations on the general concept of “Pranayama Meditation” — The meditation of the breath. At Meditation Treks, we have released the Healing Breathwork Album, which creates an oxygen rich environment in the body while guiding you through this state of consciousness with meditations that focus the mind on different cognitive behavioral states to clear old patterns and establish new ones. The pranayama practice of the Breathwork album is strikingly similar to (though not e […]
NPR reports… In mice and one person, scientists were able to reproduce the altered state often associated with ketamine by inducing certain brain cells to fire together in a slow, rhythmic fashion… The finding also could be a step toward finding non-drug methods to control states of consciousness… The team used a tool called optogenetics, which Deisseroth helped invent. (As opposed to binaural beats, which use sound, optogenetics) uses light to control the firing of specific cel […]