Modern society is a rapidly changing and stressful environment. In such an environment, “mindfulness” is gaining attention as an effective means of maintaining a calm mind and facing oneself. Mindfulness is the practice of being aware of and observing the here and now, and there are several notetaking techniques that utilize this practice. This article...

The tea ceremony is said to be a way to refine the mind and face oneself, not merely a manner of drinking tea. Mindfulness, on the other hand, is a way to calm the mind by focusing on the “here and now. At first glance, tea ceremony and mindfulness may seem different, but they actually...

Do you ever feel guilty or anxious for some reason after a fun trip or a good time with friends? Actually, this may be a state of mind called “happiness phobia. This article will explain in detail the mechanism of this mind that keeps happiness away and how to overcome it through mindfulness and self-compassion...