There was a time in my life when my meditation practice extended beyond the cushion … and into my hands. Years ago, before heading overseas for a meditation intensive, I felt a quiet pull to take something meaningful for my teacher. Not something bought, but something made. I decided to handcraft a 108-bead mala. The […]
A Gentle Shift in Practice
This week, I find myself hours away from home, surrounded by this vast endless agricultural landscape .. fields stretching as far as the eye can see. The long drive here was through rain and blustery winds, very moody and very grey (in colour). Last night I woke in the very early hours and stepped outside […]
The Quiet Pause
A New Year often invites change and a fresh perspective! One morning in January, while I was still in that gentle summer holiday rhythm … when time slows to a nice, plodding pace … I had a quiet realisation. The year ahead, 2026, seemed to be inviting (perhaps calling, or even yelling for some of […]
NEW Exploring Meditation
Introducing the New Evergreen Exploring Meditation 40-Day Course 🌿 Start anytime. Grow your practice. Transform your life. 🌿 I’m so excited to share some news that’s been bubbling away on the side lines for a few months … especially for anyone who has been curious about meditation, or waiting for the “right time” to begin. My beloved Exploring […]
Meditation in The News : 20 Jan 2026
Some recent articles that came into my inbox of note … both holding wonder and awe! 1. Practising Wonder in a Threat-Focused World: In a world shaped by constant alerts, headlines and doom-scrolling, wonder can feel like a such a privilege and luxury. I enjoyed this recent article from Psychology Today which suggests that wonder can be a […]
Meditation in the News : 10 Jan 2026
It’s been longer than I realised since I shared some of the many unread articles and research studies that arrive in my inbox. With the fresh year upon us, my intention is to share more – it helps me manage my email and uncover valuable insights from the ever-evolving world of meditation. 1. Record‑Breaking Global […]
An Update on a Beloved Meditation Seat
Farewell to Black Dragon Meditation Seats. This morning, I received yet another email requesting information about the beloved Black Dragon Meditation Seats … the well-loved Australian brand of ergonomic, comfortable and handcrafted meditation seat, designed by Colin Steele. So, I did some digging and made a few calls .. and now I would like to […]
Meditation in the News : 31 Oct 2025
Some recent articles that came into my inbox of note … recent examples of people getting creative with meditation! 1. Japan’s first “Quantified Meditation Challenge”: The World Meditation League (WML) and All Here recently staged Japan’s first “Quantified Meditation Challenge” in Tokyo (October 2, 2025), transforming meditation from a private, introspective practice into a “publicly visible, data‑driven event”. Participants wore […]