Why Intermittent Silence May Be the Form of Meditation That Actually Works for You (Real Simple Tips, Wednesday)

By Elizabeth Yuko If you’re someone who is really into yoga and/or meditation and find that the practices reliably provide you with the peace and calm you need in your life, that’s fantastic. But then there are the rest of us, trying to stifle a giggle during yoga or group meditation. It’s not that we think they’re ineffective, but listening to a raspy voice on an app, guiding us through breathing exercises or feeding us mantras, doesn’t do it for everyone.