Five Ways to Meditate Without Meditating

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By: Sarah Hoftstedt, CSUN Public Health Intern

Clear your mind. Be calm. Don’t think about the dirty dishes in the sink. Or the exam next week, or the fact that your car’s air conditioner probably needs fixing. Don’t think about that one time you embarrassed yourself in front of your sixth grade class. Clear your mind… Wait, did you remember to feed your roommate’s goldfish?!

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What is the Institute?

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You arrive at the train station, suitcase in tow. The board of departure times and destinations looms above you, and other travelers buzz past. You know approximately where you need to go; the ticket kiosks are to your right, and each line has its own doorway. However, the whole ordeal is still a little overwhelming, and you find yourself wondering if there is anyone who can guide you to exactly what ticket to buy and which doorway to go through so you reach your destination in time.

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