Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.1.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Psychotherapy, Meditation, Mindfulness, Fulfillment - Jon Shore Living a Fulfilling Life ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.lifesanswers.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Posts](https://www.lifesanswers.org/posts/) - Here are posts about all the topics covered in this blog - [What about the dark side of meditation? I have read an article about this.](https://www.lifesanswers.org/what-about-the-dark-side-of-meditation-i-have-read-an-article-about-this/) - I have read many of these articles over the years about the 'dark' side of meditation. This theme pops up periodically over the years and there are those in the media who like to sensationalize this theme. Some, more uninformed writers, even merge meditation and mindfulness into one practice, which they are not. Mindfulness is - [How to Deal with Depression Caused by the Covid Quarantine](https://www.lifesanswers.org/why-quarantine-affected-mental-health/) - Quarantine damaged mental health more than almost anything else. Jon Shore explains why isolation hit so hard, and what helps afterward. - [Is It Normal to Stop Being Productive When You're Depressed?](https://www.lifesanswers.org/losing-productivity-when-depressed/) - Losing the ability to be productive is a symptom of depression, not a character flaw. Jon Shore explains what's happening and what helps. - [How Do I Quiet a Busy Mind That Is Full of Fear?](https://www.lifesanswers.org/how-to-quiet-a-busy-mind-full-of-fear/) - When the mind will not stop and fear runs the day, there is nothing to figure out. Jon Shore explains what fear is really telling you, and what to do. - [Why Can't I Hold On to the Feeling of Being the Watcher?](https://www.lifesanswers.org/being-the-watcher-in-meditation/) - You touched the feeling of being the watcher once, and then lost it. Jon Shore explains why that happens and how to stop chasing it. - [In Meditation, How Do You Observe the Observer?](https://www.lifesanswers.org/how-to-observe-the-observer-in-meditation/) - Turning awareness back on itself sounds impossible. Jon Shore explains why the observer is already observing, and what to do instead of trying. - [Is Repeating an Affirmation as Effective as Clearing Your Mind?](https://www.lifesanswers.org/affirmations-or-clearing-the-mind-in-meditation/) - Affirmations and a quiet mind do different work in meditation. Jon Shore explains when each one helps, and how to tell which you need. - [Why Is Surrender So Frightening?](https://www.lifesanswers.org/why-is-surrender-so-frightening/) - Dissolving into nothing frightens the part of you that says this is my life. Jon Shore on why surrender takes courage, and why fear is no reason to stop. - [Why Do Shadows Get Stronger as You Awaken?](https://www.lifesanswers.org/why-do-shadows-get-stronger-as-you-awaken/) - The closer you come to dissolving the shadows, the harder they work to distract you. Jon Shore explains why, and how to stop feeding them energy. - [How Do You Dissolve Shadows So They Don't Come Back?](https://www.lifesanswers.org/how-to-dissolve-shadows-so-they-dont-come-back/) - Asking shadows to leave only sends them off for a while. Jon Shore explains how to use them to find your real identity so they dissolve for good. - [Is There Really a Soul or Self?](https://www.lifesanswers.org/is-there-really-a-soul-or-self/) - Is there really a soul, or a self? Jon Shore sets aside the metaphysical debate and looks at what you can actually experience for yourself. - [Do You Need a Teacher to Wake Up?](https://www.lifesanswers.org/do-you-need-a-teacher-to-wake-up/) - Do you need a teacher to wake up, and what are you remembering? Jon Shore explains what a teacher can and cannot do for you. - [How Do You Deal With Isolation When You Are Enlightened?](https://www.lifesanswers.org/isolation-after-enlightenment/) - Enlightenment is often described as lonely. Jon Shore explains why isolation is not actually possible once you experience oneness. - [Does Meditation Contradict Non-Dualism?](https://www.lifesanswers.org/does-meditation-contradict-non-dualism/) - A reader asked whether meditation contradicts non-dualism, since the very act of meditating seems to assume there are two of you. While it is true that meditation can perpetuate the illusion that there are two of you, I have found it to be very helpful in relaxing and dissolving all those things that are not - [What Does Being Born Again Really Mean?](https://www.lifesanswers.org/what-does-being-born-again-really-mean/) - You have to die before you can be born again. Jon Shore on what being born again really means, and whether humanity is awakening now. - [Does Consciousness Love the Negative Parts of Us?](https://www.lifesanswers.org/does-consciousness-love-the-negative-parts-of-us/) - If consciousness loves everything, who is the one wanting to feel better? Jon Shore answers a reader's question about mind fighting mind. - [Psychotherapists, how do you train to listen so intently?](https://www.lifesanswers.org/psychotherapists-how-do-you-train-to-listen-so-intently-what-do-you-do-if-you-feel-particularly-distracted-for-some-reason-i-find-it-fascinating-how-absolutely-present-you-can-be-and-hope-to-improv/) - What do you do if you feel particularly distracted for some reason? I find it fascinating how absolutely present you can be and hope to improve my listening skills too. A great question that has given me the opportunity to really examine this. For some reason I have been able to do some of this - [Can You Still Build a Beautiful Life After Abuse, Illness, or Trauma?](https://www.lifesanswers.org/a-beautiful-life-after-abuse-or-trauma/) - Can you build a beautiful life after losing years to abuse, illness, or trauma? Jon Shore's answer, from 47 years of clinical practice. - [How Do I Become More Spiritual and Connect With My Higher Self?](https://www.lifesanswers.org/how-to-become-more-spiritual/) - Becoming more spiritual is less about adding practices than removing noise. Jon Shore describes how to connect with your higher self. - [Does Enlightenment Affect Your Ability to Fall in Love?](https://www.lifesanswers.org/does-enlightenment-affect-falling-in-love/) - Does oneness end romantic love, or the pleasure of food? Jon Shore explains what actually changes in relationships after awakening. - [How Can You Gain Greater Self-Awareness?](https://www.lifesanswers.org/how-to-gain-greater-self-awareness/) - Self-awareness can be developed, not just wished for. Jon Shore describes what actually works, and why it matters for the rest of your life. - [Does Online Therapy Really Work?](https://www.lifesanswers.org/does-online-therapy-work/) - Can therapy work with someone you never meet in person? After 25 years of online practice, Jon Shore explains what changes and what doesn't. - [Enlightenment and the Fear of Death and Insanity](https://www.lifesanswers.org/enlightenment-and-the-fear-of-death-and-insanity/) - How is it possible to overcome the fears associated with losing one's sense of self (feeling like you are going to die or go insane) when on the threshold of enlightenment? - [Why do you continue to meditate if you are already enlightened?](https://www.lifesanswers.org/why-do-you-continue-to-meditate-if-you-are-already-enlightened/) - Why meditate after already experiencing spiritual enlightenment? Here is an answer to that question. - [What is Meant by the Word 'Remembering'? A Question Answered](https://www.lifesanswers.org/what-is-meant-by-the-word-remembering/) - A short post about what is referred to when I mention remembering as part of the Spiritual Awakening or Enlightenment experience. - [Depression](https://www.lifesanswers.org/mindfulness-and-depression/) - Depression is extremely prevalent in our society and often under diagnosed. It is fortunate that the stigma attached to it has lessened so that those who are dealing with depression are more likely to seek out and receive the help and support they need and deserve To read more about depression you can start with - [About William Samuel](https://www.lifesanswers.org/about-william-samuel/) - Over the years I have studied with many spiritual teachers and studied the writings of many others from all over the world. But the one spiritual teacher who was the most influential to me was an American from Alabama by the name of William Samuel. Bill was more than just a teacher to me though, - [Random Thoughts on Experiencing Enlightenment](https://www.lifesanswers.org/the-final-steps-to-enlightenment/) - How to achieve enlightenment or spiritual awakening - [Freedom From Suffering -A Spiritual Approach - The Book](https://www.lifesanswers.org/freedom-from-suffering-a-spiritual-approach-the-book/) - I have decided to post the entire first edition of my Freedom From Suffering book online here at the blog for everyone to read. Of course you can always purchase the latest version of the eBook at many sites that sell eBooks or the paperback at Amazon. Enjoy the book and accompaning meditations. To post - [How to Meditate](https://www.lifesanswers.org/how-to-meditate-2/) - A short article on exactly how to meditate - [Enlightenment - The Search](https://www.lifesanswers.org/enlightenment-the-search/) - An introduction to experiencing Enlightenment - [Depression - A Spiritual Approach To Being Free of Depression](https://www.lifesanswers.org/depression-a-spiritual-approach-to-being-free-of-depression/) - How to overcome depression once and for all and to prevent its return - [Follow Jon at Substack](https://www.lifesanswers.org/follow-jon-at-substack/) - I am now also on Substack. Follow Jon Shore on Substack Follow me there for more articles. - [Welcome to Meditation, Mindfulness, Spiritual Psychology and Enlightenment](https://www.lifesanswers.org/mindfulness/) - Questions and Answers about meditation, mindfulness, spiritual psychology and enlightenment - [How many years does it usually take to achieve enlightenment?](https://www.lifesanswers.org/how-many-years-does-it-usually-take-to-achieve-enlightenment/) - In answer to the question, How many years does it take to achieve Enlightenment? - [Change, Punctuated Equilibrium and The New Normal](https://www.lifesanswers.org/the-new-normal/) - Answer to a question about the Coronavirus and the new normal. ## Pages - [Writings and Practices for Inner Peace, Awakening, and Freedom From Suffering](https://www.lifesanswers.org/) - Writings and practices on spiritual awakening, inner peace, meditation, depression, and anxiety, from a psychotherapist and meditation teacher since 1978. - [Enlightenment and Spiritual Awakening](https://www.lifesanswers.org/enlightenment-and-spiritual-awakening/) - Free writing on spiritual awakening, enlightenment, inner peace and hyper-empathy, from a psychotherapist and meditation teacher. No religion, no doctrine. - [What is Spiritual Awakening/Enlightenment](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/spiritual-awakening/) - What spiritual awakening/enlightenment is: the signs, what changes, and how it feels - described by someone who has been through it. No religion required. - [Reach Out](https://www.lifesanswers.org/contact/) - Contact Jon Shore to help you find fulfillment, inner peace, happiness and to learn to deal with depression, pain, low self-esteem and other shadows - [Regarding the Dark Side of Meditation](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/regarding-the-dark-side-of-meditation/) - Meditation is safe and effective for the vast majority of people. Fifty years of teaching, research, and clinical practice, and what I have seen. - [Mindfulness & Meditations](https://www.lifesanswers.org/meditation/) - Mindfulness Meditations for many purposes by Jon Shore - [Meditation & Mindfulness](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/meditation-mindfulness/) - Meditation is a simple and powerful practice that has been used for millennia as a tool for relaxation, introspection, healing, mental health, and more purposes that I can list here. These articles offer practical and accurate information about meditation and some of the applications you can incorporate now into your life. How to Meditate What - [Articles](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/) - Articles about meditation, mindfulness, happiness, inner peace, fulfillment, balance, spiritual psychology and enlightenment - [Questions & Answers](https://www.lifesanswers.org/questions-answers/) - Answers to real questions about meditation, depression, anxiety, awakening, and dissolving shadows, from psychotherapist Jon Shore. - [Sessions with Jon Shore](https://www.lifesanswers.org/about_sessions/) - How private sessions work: online by video, wherever you are in the world, with a psychotherapist and meditation teacher of 47 years. - [What is an Empath and Hyper-Empathy?](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/introduction-to-an-empath-and-hyper-empathy/) - Ever since I can remember I have been able to feel the feelings of others. Not just the superficial emotions but every layer of consciousness – superficial emotions and beliefs, sub-conscious, even to the unconscious and the soul. This is now referred to as 'hyper-empathy'. In university I discovered that most other people could not - [About Jon Shore](https://www.lifesanswers.org/about-jon-shore/) - Psychotherapist since 1978, with a residency at Johns Hopkins. 47 years working with depression, anxiety and trauma, and teaching meditation. - [Self-Care Books by Jon Shore](https://www.lifesanswers.org/books/) - Books by Jon Shore about overcoming depression, fear, sadness, poor self-image, experiencing wellness and finding happiness, fulfillment and inner peace - [The Enlightenment Series - Advanced Guided Meditations](https://www.lifesanswers.org/the-shop/the-enlightenment-series-advanced-guided-meditations/) - These are advanced guided meditations for experiencing Spiritual Enlightenment or Awakening. - [Freedom From Suffering - Overcoming Depression, Chronic Anger and Anxiety](https://www.lifesanswers.org/books/freedom-from-suffering-a-spiritual-approach/) - The Freedom from Suffering books are filled with effective self-care tools and lifestyle changes to help you overcome depression, anxiety, chronic anger, fears and other struggles. - [Self-Awareness Therapy And How I Work by Jon Shore](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/self-awareness-therapy-and-how-i-work-by-jon-shore/) - Self-Awareness Therapy merges modern science, traditional psychotherapy, and ancient wisdom. Jon Shore explains the method and how he works with clients. - [Self-Awareness Therapy: The True Self at the Core of You](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/self-awareness-therapy-an-explanation/) - Self-Awareness Therapy is a merging of modern science and ancient wisdom. It is practical and based upon many years of experience and research. - [Why Meditate in the Morning and the Evening by Jon Shore](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/why-meditate-in-the-morning-and-the-evening-by-jon-shore/) - The case for meditating twice a day: what each session does, why the timing matters, and what you notice after a few weeks of practice. - [Chapter 9 - Epilogue: The Final Step to End Suffering](https://www.lifesanswers.org/books/freedom-from-suffering-a-spiritual-approach/chapter-9-epilogue-the-end-of-the-search/) - Now, at the end of this journey, it is time to share with you the last ingredient that will allow you to feel and experience the freedom you seek on a consistent basis. Imagine this; you are standing in the center of a large room. All around you are appearing metaphoric images of your emotions, - [Chapter 8 - The Dissolving Shadows Meditation](https://www.lifesanswers.org/books/freedom-from-suffering-a-spiritual-approach/chapter-8-the-dissolving-shadows-meditation/) - The best way to use this meditation is to read it into a recorder and then to listen to the recording every day, twice a day. Another way to use this meditation is to get the pre-recorded version of this book or the Leaving Behind the Darkness/Walking Into the Light meditations at https://www.jonshore.net/. Get yourself - [Chapter 7 - The Fourteen Practices](https://www.lifesanswers.org/books/freedom-from-suffering-a-spiritual-approach/chapter-7-the-fourteen-practices/) - Following are 14 practices for dissolving shadows and experiencing your True Self. It is completely up to you which of these practices you implement in your life. It is also up to you how often you do them and how devoted you are to this process. What I can tell you is that the more - [Chapter 6 - Freedom from Depression](https://www.lifesanswers.org/books/freedom-from-suffering-a-spiritual-approach/chapter-6-freedom-from-depression/) - Since you are reading this chapter it may be that you or someone you know is experiencing depression. The thoughts and feelings about depression as well as the 14 practices for dissolving depression I share with you later in this book, all come from my own personal experiences and from the experiences of clients and - [Chapter 5 - Low Self-Esteem](https://www.lifesanswers.org/books/freedom-from-suffering-a-spiritual-approach/chapter-5-low-self-esteem/) - It whispers, I am worthless. I am not good enough. I am not loveable. I always mess up. I’ll never amount to anything. I am not deserving. Have you ever heard or felt any of these words? Even if you were never accused by anyone around you of being worthless or a failure you could - [Chapter 4 - Freedom from Sadness & Pain](https://www.lifesanswers.org/books/freedom-from-suffering-a-spiritual-approach/chapter-4-freedom-from-sadness-pain/) - Sadness and emotional pain have always seemed to be synonymous with being human. From the moment of our first loss to our last, human lives seem to be filled with pain and sorrow. Our literature, theater, music and belief systems incessantly reinforce the integral place sadness, pain and anguish hold in our existence. We have - [Chapter 3 - Freedom from Anger](https://www.lifesanswers.org/books/freedom-from-suffering-a-spiritual-approach/chapter-3-freedom-from-anger/) - It is possible you are reading this chapter because anger is a problem in your life or in the life of someone you know. It is also likely that you have tried at least a few methods for dealing with anger and that they have not worked for you the way you had hoped. I - [Chapter 2 - Freedom from Fear](https://www.lifesanswers.org/books/freedom-from-suffering-a-spiritual-approach/chapter-2-freedom-from-fear/) - It has been said that fear is an inevitable part of being human, that it is an essential part of who you are. You are told that fear protects you, that without fear you would be harmed. These misinterpretations have been perpetuated for millennia. These errors in thinking do us all a great disservice. If - [Chapter 1 - The Language of the Soul](https://www.lifesanswers.org/books/freedom-from-suffering-a-spiritual-approach/chapter-1-what-are-shadows/) - Using metaphor and feelings to communicate with your unconscious and deep inner Self and to deal with suffering. Whether you speak and think in English, German, Mandarin, Thai, Hindi, Russian or another language, your unconscious mind and your Self, or Soul, communicate using imagery, metaphors and feelings. The unconscious and Self speak to you using metaphors and - [Introduction](https://www.lifesanswers.org/books/freedom-from-suffering-a-spiritual-approach/introduction/) - You can get beyond the suffering you have been experiencing. This is the last path. All paths lead here. No one seeking enlightenment or freedom from suffering ever begins with this path but everyone who has ever found Peace or enlightenment has ended up here. It will take great courage to follow the steps laid - [Prologue](https://www.lifesanswers.org/books/freedom-from-suffering-a-spiritual-approach/prologue/) - Prologue to Jon Shore's Freedom from Suffering A Spiritual Approach - [Meditation Music](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/meditation-music/) - Meditation music is very specific. Here is an explanation of what meditation music is. - [Mindfulness and Depression](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/mindfulness-and-depression/) - Can mindfulness be helpful for depression? - [The Search for Enlightenment](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/the-search-for-enlightenment/) - All about Enlightenment - [Freedom From Depression, A Spiritual Approach](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/freedom-from-depression-a-spiritual-approach/) - Here is a description regarding the nature of depression and how to get out of it from a non-religious, spiritual perspective. - [Enlightenment or Individuality](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/enlightenment-or-individuality/) - We are One Awareness. The One reading these words is the One who has written them. This is the simple answer to question, “Who am I”? Enlightenment is the recognition of who and what we are. It can be experienced anytime and anywhere. There is no special place that we need to go to experience - [Inspirational Posters & Desktops](https://www.lifesanswers.org/inspirational-posters-screen-savers/) - Free Inspirational screensavers, posters and desktop backgrounds to download, use and share - [Imagery, Metaphors and Feelings – The Language of the Unconscious and the Soul](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/imagery-metaphors-and-feelings-the-language-of-the-unconscious-and-the-soul/) - On feelings, emotions, empathy, metaphors and consciousness - [Mindfulness – What’s next? - Beyond Mindfulness Meditation 101](https://www.lifesanswers.org/meditation/mindfulness-whats-next-beyond-mindfulness-meditation-101/) - After practicing mindfulness what comes next? - [Where to Find Enlightenment](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/where-to-find-enlightenment/) - What is spiritual Enlightenment? Where can you find it? How do you find it? - [Music from the Waves - A Video Meditation](https://www.lifesanswers.org/meditation/a-video-meditation/) - Video meditation of ocean waves washing up on a Florida beach with seagulls in the background and beautiful meditation music. - [What is Mindfulness?](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/what-is-mindfulness/) - What is mindfulness? How do you do it? What are the benefits? - [Practical Spirituality & Enlightenment](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/practical-spirituality/) - Spirituality and Enlightenment are wonderful, but how can that be practically applied in your daily life to experience fulfillment, inner peace and happiness? - [4 - Meditation To Experience Being](https://www.lifesanswers.org/meditation/4-meditation-for-enlightenment/) - This is a meditation you can use to experience Enlightenment. It is essential to have worked with some of my previous meditations to get the most from this one. Practice this meditation slowly. Take your time. Experience it fully. It might help to record it and listen back to it. Once you have practiced this - [3 - Dealing With Emotions](https://www.lifesanswers.org/meditation/3-dealing-with-emotions/) - Choose a quiet and safe place where you will feel comfortable. If necessary close the door and let others in your house or apartment know that you need a short bit of quiet time. Take your time doing this meditation. If necessary deal with only one emotion at a time. But be thorough. Do not - [2 - Getting Beyond Thoughts](https://www.lifesanswers.org/meditation/getting-beyond-thoughts/) - Now it is time to build upon the first meditation. This meditation deal with thoughts. It can be very difficult to still the mind. Here is a way to do just that. So, again.... Choose a quiet and safe place where you will feel comfortable. If necessary close the door and let others in your - [1- Relaxation, Stillness and Awareness; The Beginning](https://www.lifesanswers.org/meditation/relaxation-stillness-and-awareness-the-beginning/) - To Begin Choose a quiet and safe place where you will feel comfortable. If necessary close the door and let others in your house or apartment know that you need a short bit of quiet time. It is best to be sitting up when you do this meditation so sit in a comfortable position in - [Relaxing on the Beach Video Meditation](https://www.lifesanswers.org/meditation/693-2/) - Here is a video meditation of the new Pure Nature Sounds Recording, Relaxing on the Beach. I have put together a group of photos I took in Cancun, Mexico and added 10 minutes of ocean waves washing up on the beach. I hope you enjoy this meditation and that is is relaxing for you. If - [How to Meditate](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/how-to-meditate/) - Learning how to meditate is easy - [Mindfulness Meditation Video - Seasons of the Baltics](https://www.lifesanswers.org/meditation/mindfulness-meditation-video-seasons-of-the-baltics/) - A video mindfulness exercise using images from various seasons in Latvia and Estonia and music from my album, Lullabies For the Inner Child. - [Mindful Driving](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/mindful-driving/) - Mindful Driving is an essential skill for anyone who drives a vehicle. Here is an article on exactly how to practice Mindful Driving - [Mindful Eating](https://www.lifesanswers.org/meditation/mindful-eating/) - An exercise for Mindful Eating from a mindfulness master, Jon Shore - [Mindfulness Video - River of Grace from Concert for the Angels by Jon Shore with Ocean Waves on a Beach](https://www.lifesanswers.org/meditation/mindfulness-video-river-of-grace-from-concert-for-the-angels-by-jon-shore-with-ocean-waves-on-a-beach/) - Mindfulness Meditation Video - River of Grace from Concert for the Angels by Jon Shore with Ocean Waves on a Beach - [Mindfulness Meditation - Sunrise Gentle Waves on the Rocks at Playa de Cura, Gran Canaria, Spain #2](https://www.lifesanswers.org/meditation/mindfulness-meditation-sunrise-gentle-waves-on-the-rocks-at-playa-de-cura-gran-canaria-spain-2/) - Mindfulness Meditation - Sunrise Gentle Waves on the Rocks at Playa de Cura, Gran Canaria, Spain #2 - [Mindfulness Meditation - Powerful Waves at Playa de San Lorenzo on Gran Canaria Island, Spain](https://www.lifesanswers.org/meditation/mindfulness-meditation-powerful-waves-at-playa-de-san-lorenzo-on-gran-canaria-island-spain/) - Mindfulness Meditation - Powerful Waves at Playa de San Lorenzo on Gran Canaria Island, Spain - [Meditation & Mindfulness - Waves on a Black Sand Beach at Sunrise on Gran Canaria](https://www.lifesanswers.org/meditation/meditation-mindfulness-waves-on-a-black-sand-beach-at-sunrise-on-gran-canaria/) - Meditation & Mindfulness - Waves on a Black Sand Beach at Sunrise on Gran Canaria - [Meditation & Mindfulness Zachary's Lullaby with Gentle Ocean Waves on a Beach](https://www.lifesanswers.org/meditation/meditation-mindfulness-zacharys-lullaby-with-gentle-ocean-waves-on-a-beach/) - Meditation & Mindfulness Zachary's Lullaby with Gentle Ocean Waves on a Beach - [Dieting, Mindfulness and Meditation](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/dieting-mindfulness-and-meditation/) - Mindfulness and Meditation for Dieting - [Mindfulness Meditation Exercises](https://www.lifesanswers.org/meditation/mindfulness-meditation-exercises/) - Three very effective and simple mindfulness meditations for your daily use - [Mindful Eating and Dieting by Jon Shore](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/mindful-eating-and-dieting-by-jon-shore/) - All about Mindful Eating and Dieting - [Using Meditation to Deal with Physical Pain](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/using-meditation-to-deal-with-physical-pain/) - Some methods of dealing with physical pain using meditation - [The Shop](https://www.lifesanswers.org/the-shop/) - On these pages you will find products to uplift, remind and to support you and those you care about - [Dealing with a Society in Panic The Coronavirus Pandemic By Jon Shore](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/dealing-with-a-society-in-panic-the-coronavirus-pandemic-by-jon-shore/) - Due to the rapid spread of the latest Coronavirus and the illness it causes, COVID-19 there is widespread panic, fear, anxiety and depression. Here is how to best deal with this. - [Dealing with Depression and Anxiety Due to Isolation, Lock Downs and Stay at Home Situations - by Jon Shore](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/dealing-with-depression-and-anxiety-due-to-isolation-lock-downs-and-stay-at-home-situations-by-jon-shore/) - Dealing with Depression and Anxiety Due to Isolation, Lock Downs and Stay at Home Situations by psychotherapist, Jon Shore - [Feeling Inner Peace in the Midst of Chaos by Jon Shore](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/feeling-inner-peace-in-the-midst-of-chaos-by-jon-shore/) - The world is in chaos. Chaos seems to have become the new ‘normal’. Jon describes how to feel Inner Peace no matter what is going on in your world. - [How to Deal With the Anxiety, Depression and PTSD Due to Chaos, Isolation, Lock Downs, Social Upheaval, Wars and Uncertainty about the Future by Jon Shore](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/dealing-with-depression-anxiety-and-ptsd-due-to-the-pandemic-isolation-lock-downs-social-upheaval-and-uncertainty-about-the-future-by-jon-shore/) - There is a surge in people dealing with issues such as anxiety, depression, frustration, fear and panic due to a world in chaos. - [The First Priority by Jon Shore](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/the-first-priority-by-jon-shore/) - Why one thing has to come first in life, and what changes when it does. On priorities, purpose, and where peace of mind actually begins. - [A Question About Dealing with Adversity](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/a-question-about-dealing-with-adversity/) - Is it possible, beneficial and a good idea, when dealing with some form of life adversity, to step just outside the mental conflict zone and make a commitment to turn it off for the time being? Yes, It is possible and it can be beneficial. But it should be done in a very specific way - [Clarity, Compassion, Fulfillment, Peace and Inner Strength in the Midst of a World in Chaos by Jon Shore](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/clarity-compassion-fulfillment-peace-and-inner-strength-in-the-midst-of-a-world-in-chaos-by-jon-shore/) - The world is in chaos. Chaos seems to have become the new ‘normal’. Disease, political turmoil, wars, riots, protests, suffering, conflict, poverty, starvation, division, climate change, pollution, propaganda, manipulation and a seemingly endless, invisible toxic fog of ignorance, fear, anger, weakness, hatred, mental illnesses, hopelessness, greed and cynicism touching and infiltrating the minds of millions. - [Practical Spirituality Videos](https://www.lifesanswers.org/videos-with-jon-shore/videos/) - Videos from Jon Shore's Practical Spirituality YouTube Channel. - [Events](https://www.lifesanswers.org/events/) - Here you will find all current and upcoming events including seminars, trainings, workshops and personal appearances. - [Meditation Music Videos](https://www.lifesanswers.org/meditation-music-videos/) - Here are some musical meditation and mindfulness videos in various languages and styles. These meditation and mindfulness videos are created to help you experience relaxation, inner peace and enlightenment. Just watch, listen and feel. Some of these are created with vocals and some are just beautiful scenery with relaxing music. Choose the ones that appeal - [Work and Business](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/work-and-business/) - Practical advice on living authentically, experiencing fulfillment, success, excellence, creativity, healthy management style, innovation, peace and living without regrets in a business environment. All based on my experiences in corporate psychology. 8 Reasons Why You Should Incorporate Mindfulness in Your Company Now Innovation, Mindfulness and the ‘Universe of Ideas’ by Jon Shore Back to all - [Wellness](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/wellness/) - Writings on the connections between the body and the mind, and the practices that support both. Mindful Eating and Dieting by Jon Shore Dieting, Mindfulness and Meditation Meditation for Prostatitis Back to all articles - [Life and Living in the World](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/life-work-and-the-world/) - Here are articles and tools for living in the world, survival, thriving, as well as perspectives on the world around us and within. Surviving and Thriving in a World Struggling and in Chaos by Jon Shore Compassion and Pragmatism On the Evolution of Humanity – Protecting the Innocent and Vulnerable by Jon Shore Dealing with - [How to Live and Thrive in Life](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/how-to-live-and-thrive-in-life/) - Practical writings and practices on living well: priorities, happiness, authenticity, self-awareness, purpose, dealing with difficulties and chaos, and living a fulfilling life. What is the Purpose of Human Life? by Jon Shore Experiencing True Baptism and Grace by Jon Shore Living Life In Total Flow Clarity, Compassion, Fulfillment, Peace and Inner Strength in the Midst - [Spirituality](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/spirituality/) - These articles explore spiritual awakening, enlightenment, the nature of the True Self, how to live that true identity, and what a spiritual life looks like in practice. All written from decades of personal experience. Find Your Self, Be Your Self The First Priority by Jon Shore How to Dissolve and Live in the Effortless Flow - [Depression & Anxiety](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/depression-anxiety/) - Depression and anxiety are why many people seek me out to work with me. These articles describe what they feel like from the inside, my own experiences, and the approaches that help people overcome this pain. What Does it Feel Like to Be in Severe Depression? by Jon Shore Mindfulness and Depression Freedom From Depression, - [Psychotherapy & Mental Health](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/psychotherapy-mental-health/) - These articles are based upon decades of clinical practice with people dealing with trauma, stress, hypervigilance, PTSD, and the aftermath of difficult periods. They are written to be useful on their own, whether or not you ever work with a therapist. A Question About Dealing with Adversity How to Deal With the Anxiety, Depression and - [Self-Awareness & Personal Growth](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/self-awareness-personal-growth/) - Self-awareness is the ground state that the rest of this work rests on. These articles explore the nature of the True Self and the life changing power of knowing and being the True Self. Self-Awareness Therapy And How I Work by Jon Shore Self-Awareness Therapy – An Explanation The Power of Self Awareness Who Am - [Psychotherapy for Depression, Anxiety and Trauma](https://www.lifesanswers.org/psychotherapy-for-depression-anxiety-and-trauma/) - Free articles and a complete book on depression, anxiety, trauma and anger, from a psychotherapist of 47 years who has been through depression himself. - [Experiencing Unending Happiness, Ecstasy and Creation](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/experiencing-transcendent-happiness-ecstasy-and-creation-2/) - What lasting happiness and ecstasy actually are, how they differ from pleasure, and why they are available to anyone. Written from direct experience. - [What Does it Feel Like to Be in Severe Depression? by Jon Shore](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/what-does-it-feel-like-to-be-in-severe-depression-by-jon-shore/) - A psychotherapist describes his own three years in severe clinical depression - a good day, a bad day, and how he finally got out of it. - [Mindfulness for Seniors](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/mindfulness-for-seniors/) - Learn how mindfulness helps seniors improve memory, balance, and emotional wellbeing - with simple exercises to start today. By psychotherapist Jon Shore. - [Hypervigilance or Hyperawareness - Dealing with Stress, Trauma and Overcoming PTSD and cPTSD by Jon Shore](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/hypervigilance-or-hyperawareness-dealing-with-stress-trauma-and-overcoming-ptsd-and-cptsd-by-jon-shore/) - Hypervigilance is often developed as a coping mechanism for dealing with past trauma and preventing trauma, stress, and danger in the present and future. It is a common symptom of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, PTSD and Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, cPTSD. There is a vast difference between being hypervigilant and hyperaware. When you are hypervigilant, - [Experiencing Life at 100% by Jon Shore](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/experiencing-life-at-100-by-jon-shore/) - When reading this article, do your best to feel beneath and between the words. Do your best to experience what is being expressed rather than trying to understand it intellectually. The Observed, Observing, and the Observer – Experiencing the True Self Most people move through life unaware of the incredible skills, creativity, energy, support, love, - [Surviving and Thriving in a World Struggling and in Chaos by Jon Shore](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/surviving-and-thriving-in-a-world-struggling-and-in-chaos-by-jon-shore/) - As I write this, it is January, 2025. The world is experiencing widespread chaos. Already there are ongoing wars in numerous places. There are individuals, governments and organizations actively spreading hate, division, chaos, anger, ignorance, fear, misinformation, destruction, and death. The forces of chaos are growing and expanding their reach, like tentacles of dark fog, - [Experiencing True Baptism and Grace by Jon Shore](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/experiencing-true-baptism-and-grace-by-jon-shore/) - Imagine that you are, right this moment, surrounded by and filled with a self-aware, infinite, immortal Sea of Consciousness. Consciousness that is unchanging and unaffected by anything that occurs in your life or physical reality. Infinite Consciousness that is the Source of all Creation and all Life, including the life you call yours. Some of - [Reincarnation and The Timeless Infinite Self](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/reincarnation-and-the-timeless-infinite-self/) - Some believe that a soul progresses (lessons and experiences) as it reincarnates. If a soul experiences many or all of its lifetimes at once, how does reincarnation play into that? An inspirational question. Thank you. To me, reincarnation, probable lives, parallel worlds, 'past lives' and probabilities have always been very interesting topics. I did a - [Who Am I? Maintaining Your Sense of Value and Identity Throughout Life](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/who-am-i-maintaining-your-sense-of-value-and-identity-throughout-life/) - Consider what happens when what or who we identify as changes? How do we cope with all these changes and find a sense of peace that is unshakable? - [Finding & Experiencing Inner Peace](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/finding-experiencing-inner-peace/) - How to feel and experience inner peace by Jon Shore. What is inner peace? Where is inner peace? Jon explains it all in a short and concise article. - [What is it Like to Be an Empath?](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/what-is-it-like-to-be-an-empath/) - What is it like to be an empath. Jon Shore explains. - [The Happiness Trap](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/the-happiness-trap/) - Seeking happiness is a never ending struggle and a trap. There is a transcendent happiness that is available to you at any time that has no opposite and involves no struggle. - [What is the Purpose of Human Life? by Jon Shore](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/what-is-the-purpose-of-life-by-jon-shore/) - In general, the purpose of human life is to live life. Fully, completely, openly, honestly and authentically - every moment of every day so that at the end of human life you have no regrets. It is really that simple. To accomplish this it is essential to have self-awareness. To authentically be yourself you must - [On the Evolution of Humanity - Protecting the Innocent and Vulnerable by Jon Shore](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/on-the-evolution-of-humanity-protecting-the-innocent-and-vulnerable-by-jon-shore/) - With great intelligence, creativity, power, wealth and self-awareness comes great responsibility. As human beings we are responsible for treating all life with respect, caring, compassion and appreciation. We are responsible to and for each other and we are responsible for protecting those who are innocent and vulnerable. Humanity is evolving. Not so much physically but - [8 Reasons Why You Should Incorporate Mindfulness in Your Company Now](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/8-reasons-why-you-should-incorporate-mindfulness-in-your-compan-now/) - 8 reasons to the questions regarding the implementation of mindfulness meditation into a company. - [Narcissism in Societies](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/narcissism-in-societies/) - About narcissistic societies, groups and countries - [Innovation, Mindfulness and the 'Universe of Ideas' by Jon Shore](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/innovation-mindfulness-and-the-universe-of-ideas-by-jon-shore/) - How to Invent and Innovate Consistently and Intentionally with Meditation and Mindfulness - [How to Dissolve and Live in the Effortless Flow of Life by Jon Shore](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/how-to-dissolve-and-live-in-the-effortless-flow-of-life-by-jon-shore/) - I use the term dissolve quite often to describe the experience of melting into everything around you. The best metaphor I have found for this is to imagine being a drop of water merging with the ocean. Once the drop merges into the ocean it is no longer a drop, but the ocean. So too, - [Dealing with Chronic Anger Disorder – a Psychospiritual Approach by Jon Shore](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/dealing-with-chronic-anger-disorder-a-psychospiritual-approach-by-jon-shore/) - While anger may be considered a natural and normal human emotion and reaction this does not mean that it must remain so for all of human history. Humans can and must evolve for the survival of the species. When viewed objectively, anger is actually a weakness and a vulnerability. Anger, expressing anger, storing anger and - [Living Life In Total Flow](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/living-life-in-total-flow/) - Years ago I lived in Santa Fe, New Mexico. During the winter I would go skiing at the Santa Fe Ski Basin, (Now called Ski Santa Fe). On the first day of the season I was skiing down a beginner run on my way back to the lift and I saw a child heading towards - [Mindfulness Meditation Videos for Experiencing Total Flow in Life and Enlightenment](https://www.lifesanswers.org/meditation/mindfulness-meditation-videos-for-experiencing-total-flow-in-life-and-enlightenment/) - Here are a series of mindfulness meditation videos I have recorded that will be very helpful in experiencing Total Flow in life, enlightenment, awakening, inner peace, mental and emotional clarity and relaxation. Use each one in order at least once an hour every day until you master the process without the video or instructions. Until - [Experiencing Transcendent Happiness, Ecstasy and Creation](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/experiencing-transcendent-happiness-ecstasy-and-creation/) - Humans strive for happiness and ecstasy in life because they, unconsciously, wish to experience their own real identity and the Source of all Creation. Without realizing it they are seeking transcendent Joy, Bliss and Ecstasy. Bliss, Joy and Ecstasy that are unchanging and without end. Most people seek happiness, fulfillment and joy in; possessions, relationships, - [Psychology Videos](https://www.lifesanswers.org/videos-with-jon-shore/psychology-videos/) - Here you will find Jon's videos about Psychology and Self-Awareness Therapy. You can subscribe to the channel if you would like to be informed when I post a new video. If you have any questions you would like to have answered in a video just post a comment here or send them to Jon via - [Videos with Jon Shore](https://www.lifesanswers.org/videos-with-jon-shore/) - On these pages are videos with Jon on the topics of Practical Spirituality and Psychology/Self-Awareness Psychotherapy. All of these videos are available at Jon's YouTube Channel, Practical Spirituality and Psychology. Feel free to watch them there or here. Videos about spirituality are on one page and videos about psychology and psychotherapy are on another page. - [Dealing with Suffering in the World, The Enlightened, non-dual perspective by Jon Shore](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/dealing-with-suffering-in-the-world-the-enlightened-non-dual-perspective-by-jon-shore/) - This article is based upon a question I received. How is it possible that in many non-dual teachings it is said that the world is seen as perfect after awakening. But how can that be with all injustice and suffering that's going on? How do you explain this to someone who lost someone or has - [The Benefits of Enlightenment by Jon Shore](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/the-benefits-of-enlightenment-by-jon-shore/) - Why experience spiritual enlightenment? Jon answers that question in this article. - [Printed Home, Technology and Personal Items](https://www.lifesanswers.org/the-shop/printed-items/) - On these pages you will find products to uplift, remind and to support you and those you care about - [On the Nature of Religion](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/religion/) - What is religion? Where does it come from and what purpose does it serve? Is it real and true? - [On the Nature of Evil](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/on-the-nature-of-evil-by-jon-shore/) - Does evil exist? If so, what is it? Where does it come from? What does it do? What does it want? How does it affect us? How can we deal with it? - [The Power of Self Awareness](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/the-power-of-self-awareness/) - Right this very moment you have access to a state of mind and being that is free from past traumas, sadness, depression, anxiety, fear, anger, pain, hatred, ignorance, loneliness and guilt. - [Mindful and Meditation Moments](https://www.lifesanswers.org/meditation/mindful-and-meditation-moments/) - These are quick Mindfulness exercises and Meditations that you can do in seconds no matter where you are or what you are doing. - [Clothing](https://www.lifesanswers.org/the-shop/clothing/) - On these pages you will find clothing products to uplift, remind and to support you and those you care about - [Prints and Posters](https://www.lifesanswers.org/the-shop/prints-and-posters/) - On these pages you will find products to uplift, remind and to support you and those you care about - [Mindful Photography By Jon Shore](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/mindful-photography-by-jon-shore/) - Use photography as a mindfulness practice that benefits your photography as well as many other aspects of your life. - [10 Suggestions for a Fulfilling Life by Jon Shore](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/10-suggestions-for-a-fulfilling-life-by-jon-shore/) - 10 Suggestions for a Fulfilling Life with Inner Peace and Happiness - by Jon Shore - [The Responsibilities of Being Human by Jon Shore](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/the-responsibilities-of-being-human-by-jon-shore/) - To find true happiness, inner peace and fulfillment, we must come to realize that we are responsible to and for each other and the world around us. - [On the Nature of Reality - New Book for 2020](https://www.lifesanswers.org/books/on-the-nature-of-reality-new-book-for-2017/) - A new book about the nature of the Universe and Reality and how things work. - [The Mindfulness Meditation Series Posters](https://www.lifesanswers.org/meditation/the-mindfulness-meditation-series-posters/) - A series of mindfulness Meditation posters, desktops and screen savers for you to use - [Compassion and Pragmatism](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/compassion-and-pragmatism/) - Finding and developing the bridge between compassion and pragmatism is an essential element to making the world a better place to live for everyone and everything. - [My Enlightenment Experience by Jon Shore](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/my-enlightenment-experience-by-jon-shore/) - A description of my experience of spiritual Enlightenment and how I arrived there. - [Spiritual Teaching and Money](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/spiritual-teaching-and-money/) - Why do spiritual teachers charge money for their teaching? Should spiritual teaching be free? Here is an article about this important topic. - [The Quantum View](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/the-quantum-view/) - A high level correlation between spirituality and quantum physics - [Meditation for Prostatitis](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/meditation-for-prostatitis/) - Meditation is an accepted treatment for Prostatitis. Here is a short article on how to explore and use this treatment. - [Mindfulness Meditation Video - Winter on a Latvian Beach](https://www.lifesanswers.org/meditation/mindfulness-meditation-video-winter-on-a-latvian-beach/) - Mindfulness Meditation Video of a frozen beach in Latvia along the Baltic Sea. - [Meditative Breathing Training Video](https://www.lifesanswers.org/meditation/meditative-breathing-training/) - Meditative Breathing training in 4 minutes with this video - [Find Your Self, Be Your Self](https://www.lifesanswers.org/articles/find-your-self-be-your-self/) - About living as a soul rather than a human being. ## Categories - [Uncategorized](https://www.lifesanswers.org/category/uncategorized/) - [Dealing with emotions](https://www.lifesanswers.org/category/dealing-with-emotions/) - [Dealing with human attributes](https://www.lifesanswers.org/category/dealing-with-human-attributes/) - [Dealing with life issues](https://www.lifesanswers.org/category/dealing-with-life-issues/) - [Enlightenment](https://www.lifesanswers.org/category/enlightenment-2/) - [Mindfulness](https://www.lifesanswers.org/category/mindfulness/) - [Spirit Release Therapy](https://www.lifesanswers.org/category/spirit-release-therapy/) - [Meditation](https://www.lifesanswers.org/category/meditation/) - Meditation - [Stress Reduction](https://www.lifesanswers.org/category/stress-reduction/) - Stress Reduction and Relaxation - [Depression](https://www.lifesanswers.org/category/depression/) - Depression - [Religion](https://www.lifesanswers.org/category/religion/) - Religion and Spiritual Belief Systems - [Awakening](https://www.lifesanswers.org/category/enlightenment-2/awakening/) - [Psychotherapy](https://www.lifesanswers.org/category/psychotherapy/) ## Tags - [anger](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/anger/) - [darkness](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/darkness/) - [depressed](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/depressed/) - [depression](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/depression/) - [enlightenment](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/enlightenment/) - [fear](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/fear/) - [happiness](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/happiness/) - [inner peace](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/inner-peace/) - [insomnia](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/insomnia/) - [jon shore](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/jon-shore/) - [joy](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/joy/) - [meditation](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/meditation/) - [Mindfulness](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/mindfulness/) - [non-dualism](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/non-dualism/) - [pain](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/pain/) - [peace](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/peace/) - [responsibility](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/responsibility/) - [sadness](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/sadness/) - [shadows](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/shadows/) - [spiritual](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/spiritual/) - [spiritual teacher](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/spiritual-teacher/) - [Spirituality](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/spirituality/) - [suffering](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/suffering/) - [William Samuel](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/william-samuel/) - [remembering](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/remembering/) - [awakening](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/awakening/) - [spiritual awakening](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/spiritual-awakening/) - [awakened](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/awakened/) - [enlightened](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/enlightened/) - [teacher](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/teacher/) - [coronavirus](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/coronavirus/) - [pandemic](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/pandemic/) - [covid-19](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/covid-19/) - [normal](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/normal/) - [usa](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/usa/) - [anxiety](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/anxiety/) - [panic](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/panic/) - [Stephen Jay Gould](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/stephen-jay-gould/) - [Punctuated equilibrium](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/punctuated-equilibrium/) - [change](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/change/) - [shift](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/shift/) - [evolution](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/evolution/) - [humanity](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/humanity/) - [self-awareness](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/self-awareness/) - [psychotherapy](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/psychotherapy/) - [psychotherapist](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/psychotherapist/) - [active listening](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/active-listening/) - [therapy](https://www.lifesanswers.org/tag/therapy/)