This meditation is based on a classic technique from raja yoga. I use it both on its own and as a part of longer ceremonies. It is a powerful and
Author: Justin Birkholz
The Way of the ButterflyThe Way of the Butterfly
I want to tell you a story. A story about pain and trauma, healing, and transformation.
Connecting Through Circadian RhythmConnecting Through Circadian Rhythm
Connecting with Nature and the Meaning Crisis You may have noticed a common theme across my website. Connecting with nature. That is because I believe that humanity
DhikrDhikr
Dhikr (Remembrance) is a central practice of the Sufis, and each order has their own unique version. It is often defined as a practice which involves rhythmic repetition of the
Circle of PraiseCircle of Praise
The Circle of Praise is a centering and balancing ritual that I created to use before meditations, prayers, and other spiritual practices. Similar to many of my
Lunar InvocationLunar Invocation
(A performative prayer inspired by St. Francis of Assisi’s Canticle of the Sun and starting with an excerpt from it. Followed by a sacral opening yoga flow, a lunar/water
Dance of the CosmosDance of the Cosmos
Genesis Before time and space I stood, But I longed to be understood. So it was my light withdrew To manifest anew. Through Kether’s golden crown
Raja YogaRaja Yoga
Raja Yoga is known as the psychological path of yoga. The version that I practice is based on the teachings of Swami Vivekananda and Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras and is
Intro to MindfulnessIntro to Mindfulness
An Introduction to Mindfulness How to begin to create a mindful state through a simple meditation practice Mindfulness has been in the headlines a lot recently and many people are
SurrenderSurrender
Surrender When we’re totally surrendered to that beauty,We’ll become a mighty kindness.– Rumi To surrender fully is very difficult. It takes tremendous courage and strength to be so vulnerable and