Perhaps owing to the calamitous pandemic years, a wealth of books extolling the benefits of Zen meditation has appeared on the market recently. “Master Dogen’s Zazen Meditation Handbook” is one such ...

While IQ tests can be a debatable measure of intelligence, there's no doubt that improving focus and concentration can benefit everyone. Intriguingly, Japanese culture offers a treasure trove of ...

As 2022 draws to a close, we’re all looking forward to starting fresh in the new year. And what better way to welcome 2023 than with a New Year’s Eve yoga or meditation class that can be streamed ...

Meditation helps practitioners calm their minds and increase awareness of their surroundings, increasing overall wellness, in part by creating a sense of wellbeing. That makes Zen Meditation ...

Learning to be more present and live more mindfully can help to quiet a busy mind. While helping to improve mental clarity, many meditation proponents claim it can help to manage feelings of stress ...

Quarantine and self-isolation are taking their toll and the uncertainty surrounding the Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic is causing anxiety even among the best of us. If you're looking to calm your mind ...

Des Moines' own Buddhist temple offers community members a chance for Zen and meditation through an array of practices available to everyone, irrespective of their spirituality. The Rev. Eishin Tom ...