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Meditation

May 13, 2026

Lisa

7 Common Meditation Challenges for Beginners

Most people who quit meditation think they are bad at it. They are usually not. Here are seven common challenges for beginners and what to do instead.

Common meditation challenges for beginners — a person sitting in meditation with eyes closed
Teacher Training

May 13, 2026

Lisa

What to Expect from a Meditation Teacher Training

The schedule is early, the curriculum is dense, and the teaching practice is more uncomfortable than you would expect. Here is what a meditation TTC actually looks like.

What to expect from a meditation teacher training — students in morning practice
Teacher Training

May 13, 2026

Lisa

Meditation Teacher Training in Kerala: What to Know Before You Go

Kerala has strong programs for serious meditation training. Here is what they cover, how they compare to Rishikesh, and what to look for before you sign up.

Meditation teacher training in Kerala, India — students in a beachside shala
Pranayama

April 21, 2026

Lisa

Nadi Shodhana: A Complete Guide to Alternate Nostril Breathing

A complete guide to Nadi Shodhana, the yogic alternate nostril breathing technique: step-by-step instructions, research-backed benefits, and common mistakes to avoid.

Light cotton fabric billowing in a sea breeze with the Kerala coastline softly blurred in the background
Teacher Training

April 21, 2026

Lisa

How to Become a Meditation Teacher: What It Actually Takes

A practical guide to becoming a meditation teacher: what certification means, how to choose a training program, and what the process actually looks like.

Overhead view of open journal, brass bell, dried flowers and mala beads on a wooden surface in soft morning light
Meditation Retreat

April 21, 2026

Lisa

Meditation Retreats in Varkala, Kerala: A Practical Guide

Varkala is a cliffside town on Kerala's southwest coast and one of India's quieter bases for serious meditation practice. This guide covers program types, how to choose, and what to expect.

Empty wooden dock extending into still Kerala backwaters at dawn with morning mist rising over the water

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