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Meditation practices have clearly moved from the hippie counterculture into the mainstream. There is an abundance of apps to help you relax, unwind, and de-stress from modern life. Yes, these apps utilize guided meditation techniques, music, and imagery to guide the mind towards peace, which is far cry from the ancient techniques and individual practices that evolve over time.
Self-led techniques are silent practices that you own and practice for the purpose of advanced well-being. This means that your practice may begin superficially but will deepen and grow by making the dedication to sitting daily. These practices also host long term benefits of greater coherence, less stress, more balanced demeanor, all qualities of happier healthier people.
What most people find unapproachable about these individual techniques are ties to spiritual ideologies and lifestyle expectations such as dietary habits, or belief systems. While these co-practices may guide you towards spiritual growth, they are hardly requirements to reap the benefits of the practice. At Via we believe in the power of individual techniques and that there are many different techniques that enhance health and happiness. Moreover, we believe that regularity is key to achieving long term benefits and that a network of like-minded folk and an approachable venue are key to success.
