But more and more people are finding that this 'chaos' is no longer sustainable. Research and studies are piling up so that it is no longer news to us that poor physiological and emotional health are directly linked to the increased demands and pressures we take on in order to 'survive' in our world. If you imagine yourself talking with friends, family or colleagues about work, family, relationships or even Christmas shopping, there is a growing realization that 'things can't go on like this'. And people are beginning to say so, out loud.

In the search for relief from stress, anxiety and uncontrollable anger and the quest for meaning, fulfillment and a greater happiness, people are turning to methods of healing and prevention that are more likely to address their 'whole' situation rather than each part on its own. Methods that help them to care for themselves better and subsequently contribute more effectively in their communities.

Active meditations are usually about 1 hour long. They are divided into segments each having the purpose of bringing you closer to the possibility of having a moment of complete inner peace and stillness. Even though those moments may seem rather sparse at the onset, they will grow with practice and the segments designed to get you there are kind of fun! And, why strive to know your 'stillness'? Because it is from here, not your mind, that you can make decisions about your life with more control, meaning and purpose.