In the California Jedi Knighting Standards, the core knowledge is broken down into the five areas of wellness, taken from The Jedi Circle. These are Physical Wellness, Emotional Wellness, Intellectual Wellness, Social Wellness, and Spiritual Wellness. While many of us will have to isolate during the COVID-19 pandemic, its an…
Life’s been a big old roller coaster lately. Not just for myself, but for many others in my circle of influence. It’s had me thinking about a certain aspect of going through hard times, grieving processes, et cetera—the actual END of it. Or at least, the day you wake up…
By Mel Jenkins “There is no emotion, there is peace.” When I first heard this line of the Jedi Code, I misunderstood it (as many people do). I couldn’t believe that I was supposed to follow the idea that there is NO emotion. That one word… NO… was intimidating. So…
Meditation: it’s what Jedi do. From the smallest padawan to the grizzled Knight, everyone’s Jedi path should include a regular and reliable form of meditation. It can help calm the mind, invigorate the spirit, awaken your senses, and settle your nervous system. But you don’t have to take our word…
By Kristin Sims One of my favorite techniques is the 5 Things Rule. It engages my senses, my thoughts, and my focus on the here and now, and helps me gain a sense of grounding and safety. Take a deep breath. Start with sight. Focus on anything you can see,…
People often think meditation is something only done at a specific time and place. You need quiet, or soothing music; your surroundings must be beautiful and dim, you must be in the mood, dressed a certain way… The list goes on and on. But the truth is, you can meditate…
