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The latest news on this change — carefully culled from the world wide web by our change agents. They do the surfing, so you don't have to!

Zen-Like Tunes

Zen-Like Tunes

The right peaceful melody will help transcend your meditation...

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Meditation and Parkinson's

Meditation and Parkinson's

The slow, meditative movements of Qi Gong helps patients move...

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A Break from the Norm

A Break from the Norm

Remember when the weekend actually meant something?

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A Child's Peace of Mind

A Child's Peace of Mind

A camp in Thailand develops meditation techniques that are...

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Social Yoga Centers

Social Yoga Centers

Whether you want to practice breathing techniques, build strong...

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The Art of Meditation

The Art of Meditation

For some, staring at a piece of artwork can lead to a meditative...

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The Calm Within

The Calm Within

Finding inner peace in a chaotic environment is a true test...

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