by lign2019 | Oct 12, 2026 | Meditation Tip
In our animated short film, an old man lives beneath a persimmon tree. Every autumn, before dawn, he leaves a basket of persimmons at his neighbors’ doors — and no one ever sees him. When a child asks why he never tells anyone, he only smiles. He lived by...
by lign2019 | Oct 2, 2026 | Be Happy, Meditation Tip
Sometimes the hardest thing isn’t the stress itself — it’s how we carry it. Ross came to Long Island Meditation in Great Neck holding onto everything: daily stress, anger, sadness, all internalized. Over time, it was taking a heavy toll on his emotional,...
by lign2019 | Sep 13, 2026 | Meditation Tip
Why Do We Need a Meditation Method and a Guide? Meditation may sound simple. Sit quietly. Close your eyes. Watch your thoughts. Breathe. And sometimes, simply sitting quietly can help us feel calmer for a while. But if our goal is not just temporary relaxation—if we...
by lign2019 | Sep 5, 2026 | Meditation Tip
There may be someone you truly want to forgive. You may have told yourself many times: It’s over.I want to move on.I don’t want to carry this anymore. Maybe years have passed. The person may no longer be in your life. What happened is already over. And yet, the moment...
by lign2019 | Aug 21, 2026 | Meditation Tip
Seeing Your Life from a New Perspective Deep within us, there is already a true mind that is peaceful, clear, and complete. Yet many of us live with anxiety, stress, resentment, regret, and endless thoughts. Why is it so difficult to experience the peace that is...
by lign2019 | Aug 12, 2026 | Meditation Tip
Starting something new at 85 years old may not feel easy. But sometimes, an unexpected challenge can lead us in a completely new direction. One of our members began meditation at Long Island Meditation in mid-June 2025 after experiencing mental lapses. His doctor...
