hey dan, thanks for the article. i do not practice meditation, but i do attend synagogue and i believe that services offer an opportunity to join in ritual chants, a form of meditation. i have always loved the part of the service where members are given the opportunity to pray silently, and have found this a good time to clear my thoughts and be grateful for all i have.
i just wanted to add that in addition to faith, what brings me great comfort and happiness is giving to charity. meditation is great for the individual, and might move people to look at their priorities, but in addition to meditation, the best way to feel happiness is to offer your services to those in need. giving of one's self is really when you are able to maintain a balance in your life and find solace.
isabel margolin
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Mar 02, 2009 14:15:43 PM
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Great article! I can speak from experince that meditation is a life changing behaviour. I especially see life changes with chanting. Being mindfull allows for a paradigm that effects the choices that I make in regard to lifestyle (food, activity, work etc) I now offer Kirtan for my local community and that has brought grace into my life. Blessings and peace to all.
Karen
of MA
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Feb 25, 2009 09:00:41 AM
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On the subject of happiness, I highly recommend the books "Stumbling on Happiness", "Paradox of Choice" and "Flow".
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isabel margolin of MA @ Mar 02, 2009 14:15:43 PM
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