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4 Tips on How to Start Living for Yourself

You’re going through your life, but you feel like you’re not living for yourself. How is that possible? 

There are many possible answers — societal conditions, family pressure, media influence, and so on. Maybe they’ve all created this ideal of what a perfect human living the perfect life should look like.

But is it your perfect life?

Have you ever paused, taken a deep breath, and really connected with the image of the life you most desire? Does it feel exciting? Do you feel alive? 

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4 of the Most Essential Buddhist Texts for More Inspiration and Insight

Buddhism is an ancient religion that’s over 2000 years old. For a beginner, exploring this spiritual practice might seem daunting, especially because there are so many ancient Buddhist texts with incredible lessons just waiting to be discovered.

You don’t need to be a Buddhist to take a leaf out of these ancient Buddhist texts. In fact, these lessons can be applied to your everyday life, right here, right now. That’s how accessible and relevant they truly are.

So, what are the most influen...

7 Things to Do If You Feel You Are Not Good Enough

The “I am not good enough” belief is actually a very commonly-spread social phenomenon in adults of all generations, and it’s a lot easier to overcome once you understand where it comes from. 

Do you wake up every day fearing that you will fail no matter how hard you try? Does contentment always seem just a little out of your reach? 

If you’ve answered ‘yes’ to any of the above, then chances are, you suffer from a lack of self-confidence and find it hard to believe that you deserve happine...

Do You Have a Sleep Disorder? Dr. Michael Breus Has Got You

Life is busy — it’s bound to happen. Your job, relationships, education, self-care routine, interminable lists of tasks, and social life to entertain…time doesn’t seem to be enough for everything.

But what about your rest? “Sleep is for the weak” may be the popular adage that has got you struggling with a sleep disorder and forgetting to take care of yourself in this forever-rushing society.

To help integrate sleep within your overall health routine, who better to turn to than the Sleep Do...

Candle Meditation: A Beginner’s How-To on the Trataka Method

There are countless great meditations out there, from mantra to creative visualization to shadow work and so on and so forth. One to add to your list of ‘must try’ is candle meditation.

What is candle meditation, you ask? As its name suggests, this type of mindfulness practice encourages meditating with candles. And as easy as that seems, there is a reason to use candles and a technique to fully take in its benefits.

Here are the basics of candle meditation you should know:

What Is Cand...

7 Best Immunity-Boosting Foods Recommended by WILDFIT Creator

Grab a grain bar for breakfast, order a mocha frappe on our way to work, scarf down a donut as midday refuel, and pick up some pizza for dinner on the way home. While these eatables are undoubtedly delicious, the downside is that they’re not the immunity-boosting foods our bodies require.

Let’s face it, this fast-paced lifestyle we’re all accustomed to is doing us no favors. And with viruses running rampant and threatening to shorten our lifespan, it might be in our best interest to stop and ...

How To Practice Buddhism – A Guide For Beginners

Steve Jobs, Allen Ginsberg, and George Lucas are just a few public figures on the list of famous celebrities who know how to practice Buddhism. Do they practice it? That’s another question!

One of the interesting things about practicing Buddhism is its emphasis on meditation and mindfulness. No wonder it can be so beneficial for a modern human being, especially at this point in our evolution. 

But before you start practicing Buddhism, it’s essential to understand the values and beliefs of ...

7 Feng Shui Bedroom Layout Tips for Romance, Health & Wisdom

Cute bright-colored cushions adorn the bed, a framed photo of calming landscape on the wall, and the sun pouring in through the windows sheers. These are all great do’s for a zen feng shui bedroom layout.

What else can be done to create an atmosphere of peace, love, and harmony in the space where you rest? 

Enter Marie Diamond, celebrity feng shui master and trainer of Mindvalley’s Feng Shui for Life Quest, who often gets this query on how to better bring positive energy into the bedroom f...

Theravada vs. Mahayana Buddhism — What Are the Differences?

Buddhism isn’t a single set of beliefs; rather, it’s split into two major branches. But what are the main distinctions between Theravada vs. Mahayana Buddhism?

Each of these two branches has a unique identity, offering practitioners two ways of attaining enlightenment.

Here’s what you need to know about these major schools of Buddhism:

What Is Theravada Buddhism?What Is Mahayana Buddhism?Theravada vs. Mahayana Buddhism: What Are the Differences?Why Did They Split?

You might be surpri...

8 Most Anticipated New Book Releases in 2022 by Mindvalley Trainers & Guests

Do you know the books that radically shift your worldview? The ones that are able to cut through the fog of long-held assumptions and change the way you think, live, and breathe in the world? 

The good news is that Mindvalley teams up with the best-selling authors who come up with new book releases this year to inspire you for living your best life. You can benefit from their wisdom by either grabbing their latest book or enjoying their Mindvalley content in the form of podcasts and quests.

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