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Jack Kornfield

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The Different Types of Calm

The Different Types of Calm

Not all meditation is the same, yet it can all lead to similar...

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Say "Om" to Cure Disease

Say "Om" to Cure Disease

Using meditation to combat the effects of illness.

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A Break from the Norm

A Break from the Norm

Remember when the weekend actually meant something?

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Meditation via Walking

Meditation via Walking

Walking can be a meditative, but active way of listening to...

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More Being, Less Talking

More Being, Less Talking

A new technique, rooted in Buddhist teachings, called “...

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AIDS Slowed By Meditation?

AIDS Slowed By Meditation?

Could the simple practice of meditating significantly help...

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Meditation and Parkinson's

Meditation and Parkinson's

The slow, meditative movements of Qi Gong helps patients move...

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