Hitting snooze feels tempting, but those extra minutes rarely leave anyone more rested. Instead, five minutes of morning meditation can reset the mind, sharpen focus, and set a calm tone for the entire day. This small shift transforms mornings from groggy to grounded.
Read morePause, Breathe, Begin: Meditation for the Modern Beginner
Meditation doesn’t have to feel complicated or overwhelming. This beginner-friendly guide shows how small pauses and mindful breathing can bring calm and focus into modern life. With simple steps, you’ll discover how to start and sustain a meaningful practice.
Read moreBreathe with the Trees: The Power of Nature Connection
Nature has a quiet power that grounds us when life feels overwhelming. By simply pausing to breathe with the trees, we can reconnect to balance, peace, and clarity. This practice helps reduce stress, calm the mind, and remind us of our deep connection to the earth.
Read more5-Minute Fixes: Quick Relaxation Practices for Stressful Days
Feeling overwhelmed but short on time? These quick 5-minute relaxation practices can help you reset, recharge, and refocus during stressful days. Simple, effective, and easy to weave into any routine.
Read moreThe “Before Sleep” Fire Ritual: Letting Go Nightly to Wake Up Spirituall
A simple before‑sleep fire ritual helps release the day’s weight and signal the body to rest. This gentle, candle‑centered practice turns rumination into calm and supports clearer mornings. Pair it with Journey Through Meditation for step‑by‑step guidance.
Read moreLessons from Clarkson’s Farm
Watching Clarkson’s Farm, I saw how farming takes every challenge of property management and multiplies it — unpredictable weather, stubborn animals, steep costs — all demanding patience, grit, and a steady presence. 🌱
Read moreThe “Screens to Senses” Swap: Replace One Scroll with One Sensory Check-In
Scrolling is easy; feeling present is easier than it seems. The “Screens to Senses” swap turns one mindless scroll into a mindful sensory check-in—no extra time required. Try a one-minute reset to steady the mind and soften stress.
Read moreThe Minimalist’s Daily Routine: Cutting Out the Clutter and Focusing on What Truly Matters
A consistent meditation routine can transform your days, bringing clarity and calm. In this post, we share practical steps to build a practice that lasts. Start small, grow steadily, and enjoy the benefits.
Read moreWhat you actually need to get started with meditation
Meditation is more than a practice—it’s a path toward stillness, awareness, and balance in today’s fast-paced world. In this blog, we’ll explore how mindful techniques can help you reconnect with yourself and create lasting calm.
Read moreA Midsummer Night in Topanga
A summer night in Topanga: burritos from the taco truck, hot tea in hand, and Shakespeare under the oaks. Watching A Midsummer Night’s Dream at Theatricum Botanicum felt less like entertainment and more like a meditation
Read moreAwakening Sensuality, Choosing Love, and Transforming Pain: A Conversation with Damiana
Sensual Awakening Facilitator Damiana has spent over a decade guiding transformational experiences that awaken pleasure, presence, and play. In this interview, she shares her journey—how breath is the key to unlocking our innate power, why love is the ultimate alchemy, and how she turned deep pain into a source of liberation. Through her music, teachings, and The Orgasmic Life Method, Damiana invites us to come home to the truth already within.
Read moreNature as a Teacher: Simple Ways to Reconnect and Restore
Modern life often pulls attention away from what matters most. Nature offers a simple, accessible way to return to calm and presence. This post shares easy, grounding practices you can integrate into your day—no forest retreat required.
Read moreThe Peace Beyond the Robes
A beach day isn’t always just a beach day. In the chaos of late departures, crowded sand, and sunscreen in my eyes, I found a quiet teaching about spiritual devotion—and why our real temple might just be the messy, imperfect life we live every day.
Read moreUnwind Your Mind: Simple Practices to Melt Away Daily Stress
Stress can feel like an uninvited guest in everyday life, but it doesn’t have to stay. This guide shares simple yet powerful ways to invite more calm into your day. Learn easy, natural habits to release tension and make relaxation part of your routine.
Read moreEmbarking on the Path of Deeper Spirituality
True spirituality isn’t found only in rituals or retreats—it’s woven into the choices and awareness brought to each day. From listening deeply to practicing intentional pauses, small moments can lead to profound connection. Explore gentle, grounded ways to bring deeper meaning into everyday life.
Read moreSimple Practices to Bring Presence into Daily Life
Feeling overwhelmed by constant notifications and digital noise? A digital detox offers more than a break — it’s a reset for your mind, emotions, and connections. Learn why and how to start.
Read moreBuild a Daily Routine That Nourishes the Mind, Body, and Spirit
A mindful routine doesn’t require perfection—just presence. This guide explores six simple daily practices that support clarity, nourishment, and rest. Learn how small choices, repeated consistently, can create powerful momentum for inner balance.
Read moreRockstar Laid an Egg
When our chicken Rockstar laid her first egg, it was a moment of quiet celebration. After weeks of early mornings, feeding routines, and compost surprises, this little egg reminded me how presence and care truly pay off. In this post, I reflect on what backyard chickens are teaching me about mindful living, daily rhythm, and the sacred loop between effort and reward.
Read moreStarting Your Meditation Practice: A Gentle Guide for Beginner
Meditation can feel unfamiliar at first—but it doesn’t need to be complicated. This guide offers simple steps for beginners to build a meditation habit with patience and ease. Learn how to sit, breathe, and return to the present, one moment at a time.
Read moreA New Chapter at OneCommune: Our Local Makers Consignment Shop
We’ve been working hard to bring a little more of Topanga’s creative spirit indoors. Our new consignment shop features handmade pieces by local makers—from stained glass and woven art to plant-based perfumes and honey straight from our retreat’s own hives.
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