Mindfulness Training Produces no Harm

Mindfulness Training Produces no Harm   By John M. de Castro, Ph.D.   “the occurrence of AEs during or after meditation practices is not uncommon, and may occur in individuals with no previous history of mental health problems.” – M. Farias   People begin meditation with the misconception that meditation will help them escape from […]

Increase Physiological and Psychological Activation and Calmness with Qigong

Increase Physiological and Psychological Activation and Calmness with Qigong   By John M. de Castro, Ph.D.   “regular [qigong] practice may help improve your balance, ease stress and anxiety, sharpen focus, and reduce your risk of chronic disease.” – Saundra Montijo   Qigong has been practiced for thousands of years with benefits for health and longevity. Qigong training […]

Meditation Experience is Associated with Increased Concern for and Impact on the Environment

Meditation Experience is Associated with Increased Concern for and Impact on the Environment   By John M. de Castro, Ph.D.   “Mindfulness . . . promotes environmental sustainability. It helps individuals disengage from automatic thoughts and become more open to behavioral change and freedom to make different choices. Examples of mindful behaviors include bringing a […]

Spirituality Modifies Coping with Covid-19 Evoked Psychological Distress

Spirituality Modifies Coping with Covid-19 Evoked Psychological Distress   By John M. de Castro, Ph.D.   “COVID-19 . . . patients are suffering greatly from spiritual distress as well: existential distress, struggles with uncertainty, despair, hopelessness, isolation, feelings of abandonment by God or others, grief, and the need for reconciliation.” – GW School of Medicine […]

Improvements in Migraine Headaches Require Active Meditation and not Cognitive Distraction

Improvements in Migraine Headaches Require Active Meditation and not Cognitive Distraction   By John M. de Castro, Ph.D.   “Mindfulness is a simple, effective method for managing migraines and reducing potential triggers.” – American Migraine Foundation   Migraine headaches are a torment far beyond the suffering of a common headache. It is an intense throbbing […]