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Stillness Isn't a Luxury

Sandy Myodo Gougis

Published on: 05/31/2025

Somewhere along the way, we were taught that rest was a reward. We started treating stillness like a luxury. But here’s the truth: Stillness is not a side dish. It’s the entire meal.

Why Meditate

How to Sit for Meditation (Yes, a Chair Is Allowed)

Sandy Myodo Gougis

Published on: 05/24/2025

You’ve been sitting your entire life—so why would anyone need to tell you how to sit? Because when it comes to meditation, there’s a whole world of misinformation about what sitting “should” look like. And a lot of it isn’t helpful. In fact, some of it can be downright harmful.

Starting a Meditation Practice