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Five Minute Meditations - Breathing Completely to Decharge Emotions and Recharge Energy

By Darren Littlejohn, on August 6th, 2010

This meditation can be learned by most people to reduce stress and literally take the wind out of strong emotional states. Please practice with caution and common sense. With some experience this practice can be applied in many situations as a meditation method.

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12-Step Buddhist Winter Retreat Jan 21st, 2011

By Darren Littlejohn, on July 7th, 2010

The retreat will be at Breitenbush Hot Springs again this year. It was amazing last year, so we reserved more space in the larger area. Due to national workshops and the success of the book, space is going to go fast. If you’re interested, register soon. The price is still very reasonable. Continue reading 12-Step Buddhist Winter Retreat – Jan 21st, 2011

Plug in and De-Charge: How to Avoid the Addict's Disconnection Syndrome

By Darren Littlejohn, on May 20th, 2010

This desire to disconnect might be something that non-addicts experience too to some degree. But for the addict it’s really a defining characteristic. So the solutions that I apply in my life, (mainly the teachings in 12-Step and Buddhism) point to the need to forget the self, or at least move beyond self-centered leanings towards service to others.