Starting off the thread on a mindful note! In 2023, <a href="https://productive.fish/blog/meditation-apps/">meditation apps</a> have evolved tremendously, offering unique features tailored for modern-day stress. Here are our top 5 picks for the year. 📲 #MeditationApps2023

5 Best Meditation Apps to Relieve Stress in 2023

✨ Variety of guided meditations✨ Sleep stories and breathing exercises✨ Tailored sessions for stress, anxiety, and sleep

Calm

✨ Daily meditations & "Sleepcasts"✨ Courses on anger, focus, and self-esteem✨ Move Mode for mindful workouts

Headspace

✨ Aimed at meditation skeptics✨ Insightful lessons & guides from expert teachers✨ Practical tools for daily life stresses

10% Happier

✨ 5-minute meditations for busy people✨ Diverse range of topics & instructors✨ Perfect for quick de-stress moments

Simple Habit

✨ Largest library of free meditations✨ Music tracks & ambient sounds✨ Community feature to connect with meditators worldwide

Insight Timer

🧘‍♀️ The digital age, despite its challenges, brings gifts. These apps are a testament to that. Remember, the best app is the one you’ll use regularly. Explore, experiment, and embrace the calm. 💆‍♂️

The digital age, despite its challenges, brings gifts. Best meditation apps are a testament to that.

Meditation encourages taking time out to focus on yourself. We've rounded up the best meditation apps and more to improve focus and reduce stress.

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<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">For many Silicon Valley employees, “work is replacing religion.”</li><li class="ql-align-justify">When people crave a spiritual life but barely have time for it, they may find religion in their work.</li><li class="ql-align-justify">Young tech workers from faraway places often find identity in their work; their colleagues become like family.</li><li class="ql-align-justify">Burnout is one of the biggest problems in the tech industry.</li></ul>

Work Pray Code

<ul><li>Tech companies’ perks attract and retain top engineers.</li><li>Journeys of self-discovery might lead employees to discover they are in the wrong job.</li><li>Using meditation and mindfulness in the workplace can incorrectly reduce Buddhism to simple “secular mindfulness.”</li><li>“Techtopia,” a society where people garner ultimate fulfillment from their work, has emerged from the tech industry’s disruption of religion.</li></ul>

Silicon Valley workers are turning away from organized religion and filling the void with work that gives them a sense of “belonging, identity, purpose and transcendence.” Workers who once sought meaning, morality and behavioral guidelines in religion are now finding those values at work instead.As one commentator put it, “Meaning is the new money.” That quest for meaning leads workers to look for a sense of community in their work. In fact, research reports that 90% of people would willingly accept lower salaries if their work provided meaning.

For many Silicon Valley employees, “work is replacing religion.”

Stressed tech workers find a form of spirituality in the office through sponsored mindfulness classes, speakers and retreats. Many large corporations invest in their employees’ spiritual well-being as part of their benefits package. Some big tech companies bring in meditation teachers, even beyond Silicon Valley; in fact, some 22% of US companies offer mindfulness practices to their employees.“Asking Americans what gives their lives meaning, 34% answered ‘career,’ making work one of the most important sources of meaning to Americans, second only to family (at 69%).”

Many tech workers emphasize how difficult religious observance is given their tremendous workload. Religious people who live in Silicon Valley find that they have to be particularly observant to continue active participation. “Most Fortune 500 companies have adopted key elements of religious organizations — a mission, values, practices, ethics, and an ‘origin story’.”

When people crave a spiritual life but barely have time for it, they may find religion in their work

Tech engineers tend to be young, single, far from home, impressionable and vulnerable to the call of work. They spend all day at the office, socialize mostly with coworkers and believe in the sanctity of their work. Tech workers have faith in their output. Much as religions expect congregants to adhere to certain articles of faith, tech companies expect employees to believe in their mission statements. “The ‘religious’ bonds that employees develop with their coworkers are similar to those of another institution that forges intimate ties: the family.”

Young tech workers from faraway places often find identity in their work; their colleagues become like family

Tech engineers work hard and, generally speaking, neglect self-care. “In the past, human resources managed workers defensively by ‘protecting the company from its employees,’ as one person put it, by enforcing compliance. Now human resources ‘protects’ the company by caring for its most valuable assets, its high-skilled employees.”

Burnout is one of the biggest problems in the tech industry

“Growth requires care and nurturing of a living thing. You have to water it every day, not just tons of gallons all at once, and then you come back in six months. No. A little bit every day. It needs good soil and nutrition. It needs time.” (Hector Gomez, human resources professional)

Tech companies’ perks attract and retain top engineers

Corporations sponsor meditation and training programs to help employees work more devotedly, not to help them hear the call of a higher power, though that might happen. “Thinking of work as a form of ‘calling,’ ‘love’ and ‘service’ might get workers closer to their own enlightenment, but it also fulfills management’s desire to get an extra return on labor.”

Journeys of self-discovery might lead employees to discover they are in the wrong job

The tech world renounces the “religious baggage” of religion, although that attitude can reduce Buddhist practices, such as meditation, to a commodity. Corporate America often crassly whitewashes Buddhism’s sacred religious teachings to boost workers’ productivity. Some companies hire only instructors who offer secular classes. This gives teachers an incentive to remove religious aspects from their lessons, so large firms will hire them. Meanwhile, prayer beads and incense have become meditation room decor. Some people incorrectly see Buddhism more as a philosophy or science than as a religion

Using meditation and mindfulness in the workplace can incorrectly reduce Buddhism to simple “secular mindfulness.”

To escape the “theocracy of work,” people must decide collectively to worship something else, something worth worshipping, such as family, community, civil society and religion. That’s not to say that society should abandon work. Rather, it should pour energy into the rest of people’s lives as well. As writer David Foster Wallace said, “There is actually no such thing as atheism. There is no such thing as not worshipping. Everybody worships. The only choice we get is what to worship.”

“Techtopia,” a society where people garner ultimate fulfillment from their work, has emerged from the tech industry’s disruption

Has work replaced religion in Silicon Valley? 

How tech giants are reshaping spirituality to serve their religion of peak productivity Silicon Valley is known for its lavish perks, intense work culture, and spiritual gurus. Work Pray Code explores how tech companies are bringing religion into the workplace in ways that are replacing traditional places of worship, blurring the line between work and religion and transforming the very nature of spiritual experience in modern life. Over the past forty years, highly skilled workers have been devoting more time and energy to their jobs than ever before. They are also leaving churches, synagogues, and temples in droves—but they have not abandoned religion. Carolyn Chen spent more than five years in Silicon Valley, conducting a wealth of in-depth interviews and gaining unprecedented access to the best and brightest of the tech world. The result is a penetrating account of how work now satisfies workers’ needs for belonging, identity, purpose, and transcendence that religion once met. Chen argues that tech firms are offering spiritual care such as Buddhist-inspired mindfulness practices to make their employees more productive, but that our religious traditions, communities, and public sphere are paying the price. We all want our jobs to be meaningful and fulfilling. Work Pray Code reveals what can happen when work becomes religion, and when the workplace becomes the institution that shapes our souls.

Carolyn Chen

We all know that the Earth has one natural satellite that is none other than our Moon .But can our Earth handle many other moons, if so then how many it could handle

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There's two conditions to be met beforehand :<ul><li>It shouldn't be too far ; otherwise it could not follow a stable orbit .</li><li>It shouldn't be either too close ; for it will be crumbled into pieces by our planet's gravitational pull.</li></ul>So ,we get the upper limit and lower limit. It is our "Moon Zone"

Conditions 

Each moon that goes round the Earth requires it's own sub moon zone. It shouldn't interfere with other moon's zone . It should be spaced out like an athletic field.

Sub Moon Zone 

There are only certain configurations:<ul><li>Seven moons with the size of dwarf planet 'Ceres'</li><li>Four Pluto-sized moons</li><li>Three Moon- sized moons</li></ul>

Possible Moon

<ul><li>Gigantic Waves</li><li>Changed Calendar Systems</li></ul>On some nights we could see three moons casting partial shadows on each other!!!

In Return

A beautiful night sky, but it comes with wild tides. Do you accept? And how many moons would you choose? #kurzgesagt #kurzgesagt_inanutshell #kurzgesagt_disc...

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How Many Moons Could Earth Handle?

The night sky teaches us the value of connections. Just as stars form constellations, form and nurture professional networks that can illuminate your leadership journey.

Starry Night of Nurturing Networks

Like a comet leaving a distinct trail, ensure your communication is clear, concise, and leaves a lasting impact.

Comet's Trail of Clear Communication

Meteors come and go in bursts, much like moments with mentors. Seek guidance regularly and be open to feedback.

Meteor Shower of Mentorship Moments

The Northern Lights, with their ethereal beauty, teach authenticity's power. Be genuine in your interactions and decisions.

Aurora of Authenticity

The vast galaxy, abundant with stars, reminds leaders of the power of generosity. Give knowledge, time, and appreciation to your team.

Galactic Guide of Giving

The ever-expanding universe represents continuous growth. Commit to lifelong learning to enhance your leadership capabilities.

Celestial Cycle of Continuous Learning

The pulsating universe aligns with the rhythm of binaural beats. Use the same <a href="https://3826dajfq-4iyudps2vfx3u260.hop.clickbank.net/?tid=karbatos">binaural beat technology</a> that visionary leaders might have tuned into for unwavering focus! Dance to the universal beat.

Universal Rhythms for Reinforced Resolve

Elevate your leadership, reaching for the stars. Guided by the galaxy, become the leader you're destined to be.

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7 Skyward Strategies for Elevating Leadership

Ancient Egyptians believed pyramids channeled cosmic energy. By structuring our thoughts and tasks like a pyramid, we can focus our energies effectively towards our goals, starting from a broad vision and narrowing down to specifics.

Pyramid Power of the Pharaohs

The Vikings used the stars to navigate unknown seas. Similarly, by aligning our personal goals with our innermost values (our 'North Star'), we can navigate life's challenges more confidently.

Norse Navigation through Challenges

Ancient Greeks met in agoras for intellectual discourse. Today, we can create our own 'agoras' by curating communities that inspire, challenge, and nurture our ideas and ambitions.

Greek Agora Gatherings for Inspiration

Mayans deeply revered lunar cycles. Using the waxing and waning of the moon as a reminder to set intentions and reflect upon them can ground us in our pursuits.

Mayan Moon Rituals for Reflection

The monks of Tibet practice meditation at high altitudes. Emulating this, seeking moments of solitude and reflection in high, open spaces can foster profound clarity.

Tibetan Altitude Attitude

The Aztecs worshipped the sun for its life-giving energy. Starting our mornings with gratitude and physical movement, much like a salute to the sun, can energize our entire day.

Aztec Sun Salutations for Energy

Ancient Indian yogis mastered their breath to control their minds. Breath-focused mindfulness practices can bring about tranquility and sharpened focus in our modern, hectic lives.

Indian Yogic Breath Control for Calm

Binaural beats mirror the rhythmic chants of many ancient cultures, bridging the old with the new. Explore the same <a href="https://3826dajfq-4iyudps2vfx3u260.hop.clickbank.net/?tid=karbatos">binaural beat technology</a> that wisdom seekers use for enhanced clarity and focus! Journey within.

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In the heat of the moment, it’s easy to overlook your breathing. But that kind of shallow breathing you do when you’re angry keeps you in <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/stress/amygdala-hijack">fight-or-flight </a>mode. To combat this, try taking slow, controlled breaths you inhale from your belly rather than your chest. This allows your body to instantly calm itself. <ul><li>Find a chair or place where you can comfortably sit, allowing your neck and shoulders to fully relax. </li><li>Breathe deeply through your nose, and pay attention to your tummy rising. </li><li>Exhale through your mouth. </li><li>Try doing this exercise 3 times a day for 5 to 10 minutes or as needed. </li> </ul>

Take Deep Breaths 

Try slowly repeating, “Take it easy,” or “Everything’s going to be okay,” the next time you’re feeling overwhelmed by a situation. You can do this out loud if you want, but you can also say it under your breath or in your head. You can also keep a list of phrases on your phone for a quick reminder before a stressful work presentation or challenging meeting.

Recite a Comforting Mantra

When wrestling with boiling tension, try painting a mental picture to calm your body and brain: <ul><li>Think of a real or imaginary place that makes you feel happy, peaceful, and safe. This can be that camping trip to the mountains you took last year or an exotic beach you’d like to visit someday. </li><li>Focus on the sensory details by envisioning yourself there. What are the smells, sights, and sounds? </li><li>Be aware of your breathing and keep this image in your mind until you feel your anxiety start to lift. </li> </ul>

Try Visualization 

Sometimes, sitting still can make you feel even more anxious or on edge. Mindfully moving your body with <a href="https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/13-benefits-of-yoga">yoga </a>and other calming exercises can release tension in your muscles. The next time you’re confronted by a stressful situation, try taking a walk or even doing some light dancing to keep your mind off the stress.

Mindfully Move Your Body

Moments of high stress can warp your perception of reality, making you feel like the world is out to get you. The next time you feel anger bubbling up, try to check your perspective. Everyone has bad days from time to time, and tomorrow will be a fresh start.

Check Your Perspective 

Angry outbursts won’t do you any favors, but that doesn’t mean you can’t vent your frustrations to a trusted friend or family member after a particularly bad day. Plus, allowing yourself space to express some of your anger prevents it from bubbling up inside.

Express Your Frustration

Finding the humor in a heated moment can help you keep a balanced perspective. This doesn’t mean you should simply laugh off your problems, but looking at them in a more lighthearted way can help. The next time you feel your rage bubbling up, imagine how this scenario might look to an outsider? How might this be funny to them? By not taking yourself too seriously, you’ll have more chances to see how unimportant minor annoyances are in the big scheme of things.

Defuse with Humor

If your home is cluttered and stressing you out, for example, take a drive or a long walk. You’ll likely find that you’re better equipped to sort through the mess when you return.

Change Your Surroundings 

If you aren’t sure where your anger is coming from, try to remind yourself to take a moment the next time you feel angry. Use this time to take stock of what happened in the moments leading up to your feelings of anger. Were you with a particular person? What were you doing? How were you feelings leading up to that moment?

Recognize Triggers

While dwelling on your day’s misfortunes can seem like the natural thing to do, it won’t help you in the short or long term. Instead, try refocusing on the things that went well. If you can’t find the silver lining in the day, you can also try thinking how things might’ve gone even worse.

Focus on Appreciating

If your anger is impacting your relationships and well-being, talking with a qualified <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/therapy-for-every-budget">therapist </a>can help you work through the sources of your anger and help you develop better coping tools.

Seek Help

Pent-up anger getting the best of you? Learn how to release it in a productive way.

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We suffer because we want things to be different than they are. We suffer because we cling to our idea of how things should be.

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Why We Suffer according to Buddhism

A person who controls their speech wields great power. Observing before acting, and speaking only when necessary, demonstrates confidence and masculinity.

Silence Makes a Person More Powerful

True peace is achieved when a person remains composed in the face of chaos, adversity, and problems. By mastering their emotions and developing self-control, they can focus on crafting solutions.

Calm Amid Chaos

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An enigmatic person remains unperturbed, possessing the ability to observe, analyze, and think. Embrace the beauty of mystery, as people are drawn to it.

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Exhibit restraint in displaying your successes, wealth, and possessions. Excessive exposure allows others to control your life. Prioritize family, career, and mental well-being for a peaceful existence.

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We all have habits we’d love to break – the nail-biting, procrastinating, overspending, endless phone Scrolling etc etc. These persistent behaviors feel automatic, often happening without conscious thought almost like we’re trapped under their spell.Breaking deep-seated habits that have been with us for years can feel downright impossible. Believe me; I’ve been there many times, struggling to defeat behaviors I know don’t serve me. If you’re feeling similarly discouraged, take heart. No matter how long you’ve been engaged in a bad habit, you can break free of it for good.

Introduction 

You must understand why and how you’ve developed this pattern, disrupt the cycle at its roots, and purposefully form positive new rituals. You can rewire your brain to automate healthy behaviors instead.Don’t waste one more day feeling frustrated and powerless against your worst habits. Arm yourself with the proven techniques in this guide, and get ready to obliterate those bad habits once and for all! The power is within you.

First, get specific. Name the habit you want to eliminate. When and where do you do it? What triggers the behavior? What patterns do you notice?For example, identify that you bite your nails mainly when bored or anxious, often while watching TV. The habit may stem from perfectionist tendencies. Knowing your habit inside and out is critical.

Identify The Bad Habits 

Habits form solid neurological pathways in our brains through repetition. Even when we want to stop, the wiring kicks in almost involuntarily. To disrupt the cycle, you need to be intentional.Also, please recognize that you likely continue the habit through sheer force of habit, not because you rationally want to do it. Understanding the science behind your behavior puts you in a problem-solving mindset.

Understand The Psychology 

Choose a start date and prepare to disrupt the pattern. Identify your habit triggers and have a strategy to avoid or manage them. For example, keep a fidget toy to combat nail biting while watching TV.Devise rewards for achieving milestones, like a massage after one week. Tell supportive friends and family to cheer you on. Making a plan boosts your chance of success tremendously.

Make A Plan 

Substitute positive behaviors to fill the void left by your bad habit. Identify easy and satisfying actions to do consistently, like taking deep breaths instead of biting your nails.Do these replacement habits diligently until they become automatic. Over time, you can rewire your brain to choose positive behaviors.

Replace With Good Habits 

Keep track of your successes and setbacks. Note what works well and what doesn’t. Adjust your approach as needed. Don’t get discouraged by occasional slip-ups. Expect ups and downs. Stay focused on the overall downward trend. Celebrate victories, both big and small.

Monitor Your Progress 

Finally, persistence and commitment are essential. Breaking deep-seated habits requires sustained effort over time. Remind yourself regularly why you want to quit.Reread this guide when you need motivation. Enlist others to check in on your progress. Obliterating a lousy habit requires diligence, but the rewards – improved health, confidence, and well-being – make it profoundly worth it.

Stick With It 

You can break any habitual behavior for good with consistent effort and commitment. It takes dedication and perseverance, but the rewards make it worth it. Imagine no longer feeling shackled to your bad habit. Envision the confidence, health improvements, financial savings, and sheer liberation you’ll feel. Your future self will thank you every single day for making the change.

Conclusion 

Habits drive most of our activities. So it is vital to be aware of those bad habits and replace or eliminate them.

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Often, the answers to our most intricate challenges lie in nature. By syncing our daily rhythms with natural cycles, we can tap into a reservoir of untapped energy and creativity.

Nature's Nurturing

Instead of linear goal-setting, adopt a cosmic perspective. Set goals that aren't just about ascending, but also about expanding in every dimension of life.

Celestial Goal Setting

Journaling is more than just recording events; it's a medium of introspection. Dive deep into your thoughts, beliefs, and aspirations. Understand patterns and unlock hidden potential.

The Power of the Pen

Craft habits that sing in harmony with your deepest desires. By aligning daily routines with long-term visions, the journey becomes as enriching as the destination.

Harmonious Habit Sculpting

Dive into artistic pursuits, be it painting, music, or writing, to discover unknown facets of yourself. In the abstractness of art, find definitive paths to self-improvement.

Artistic Avenues of Expression

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