Flowering Lotus Meditation BLOG

By David Chernikoff I was recently sitting quietly in the rocking chair in my home office reflecting on what felt like a koan that many...

Understanding the Four Noble Truths: A Path to Freedom and Peace  The Four Noble Truths, are the foundational teachings in Buddhism. You...

Embarking on a meditation retreat can be a transformative journey, and if you’ve come across the term "noble silence," you might be...

You can listen to this blog on our podcast.. https://open.spotify.com/show/7nOpPGs89wZdfu3BkMwKn2?si=613480d5f531408d What is Dharma...

Together, we have continued to nurture our mission of providing a healing refuge for all.

Taking time for solitude can feel unusual. Yet, finding time for silence can give you a chance to recharge and reflect. This post looks...

Attending a Silent Retreat – My experience   When I started meditating 50 years ago, I was in an intimate group setting in a church...

What are meditation retreats, and why are they important for mental and spiritual wellbeing? Most of us have busy lifestyles with work,...

When I was  a young adult, few people in the West even knew about meditation or why it is different from prayer.  Raised in the Bible...

Mindfulness is a mental state characterized by awareness and attention to the present moment, without judgment. It involves consciously...

Participating in a meditation retreat can offer a myriad of benefits for both mind and body. When you think of getting away from it all,...

Incorporating mindfulness into daily life can greatly enhance your overall well-being and help you navigate through life's challenges...

At its core, meditation is a practice that involves training the mind to focus and redirect thoughts. It is often used to promote relaxation

Compassion is not a passive state but an active force that has the potential to transform lives and create a more compassionate society.

Embracing these techniques, you can find tranquility amid the chaos, deepen self-awareness, & embark on a journey towards inner peace.

Buddhist philosophy, with its profound insights and timeless wisdom, offers a unique perspective that resonates deeply with modern...

Enhance your meditation practice, improve mental and emotional well-being, and foster personal growth. Can a retreat be life-changing?

Buddhist practices offer a simple yet profound solution: mindfulness. This is how to incorporate mindfulness into your daily life.

We explore the transformative power of a meditation retreat and its potential to bring serenity and positive change into one's life.

Buddhism, a profound philosophy originating in ancient India, offers timeless wisdom that can be accessible to anyone seeking inner peace...