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Take the 40-day Meditation Challenge!

Deepak Chopra is offering a 21-day Meditation Challenge http://www.chopracentermeditation.com/bestsellers/MEDITATION_WINTER_2012/register.asp, but there's another free opportunity to become a "better you" that's been around for millennia. Coincidentally or deliberately, I'm not sure, but this year, Dr. Chopra's challenge coincides with Lent. 

Lent is often viewed as a grim period of sacrifice and negative thinking during the dark final days of winter, but it can just as well be a time of rejuvenation and renewal. There are many good meditation manuals and resources online to help those who follow a specific Christian tradition, but Lent-as-a-meditation-retreat awaits all those who want to commit to a month and a half of regular reflection, reading, the practice of peace and prayer or other sacred speech, and service.

In fact, many churches now offer their members the option of either giving something up (such as a fatty diet) or taking something on (such as a daily study break or serving in a soup kitchen). I don’t see why people of other traditions or no tradition at all can’t benefit from this practice, which is good for body, mind, soul and community.

While other kinds of challenges are fine, you may find the retreat you need right in your own backyard. Take a new look at Lent: it could be the best 40 days you ever spent!

Posted on Monday, February 20, 2012 at 02:55PM by Registered CommenterLinda Brown Holt | CommentsPost a Comment | References6 References

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