Mindfulness
Restful Awareness / Åben Bevidst Nærvær
Entspanne deinen Geist und Körper
Restful Awareness

Sei ruhig, still und bewusst...

Entdecke dich selbst neu als mitfühlendes Gewahrsein – in Ruhe, Stille und Präsenz – um Angst, Sorgen und Stress zu verwandeln. Die Reise nach innen ist eine tiefgründige Entdeckung, nicht nur ein Ziel.

Ruhe in dem Hintergrundgewahrsein, aus dem alle Dinge entstehen, beobachtet werden und in das sie alle zurückkehren. Du bist dieses Gewahrsein – ewig still, unverkennbar, friedlich, leuchtend und unveränderlich – durch Zeit und Raum in Wachzustand, Traum und traumlosem Schlaf.

Bewusstseinsebenen des Menschen

Grob, subtil und subtilsten

In unserem Sein tanzt der grobe Geist im Licht des Tages – bewusst und nach außen gerichtet. Tiefer, unterhalb des Wachzustands, liegt der subtile Geist aus Träumen, Gefühlen und Erinnerungen – unsere unterbewusste Landschaft. Noch tiefer befindet sich der subtilste Geist: die unbewussten Tiefen reiner Potenzialität und Stille, wo die Samen unserer Erinnerungen ruhen. Mit dem inneren Erwachen erkennen wir, dass diese Schichten des Geistes wie sanfte Wellen auf einem weiten Ozean des Gewahrseins sind.

Alle Ebenen werden vom immer gegenwärtigen, unveränderlichen Zeugen umfangen. Dieses reine Gewahrsein leuchtet durch jeden Gedanken und jedes Gefühl hindurch und führt uns zu innerer Klarheit und Selbsterkenntnis. Auf dieser erhebenden Reise des Erwachens finden wir Frieden.

Jeder Teil von uns – das Bewusste, das Unterbewusste und das Unbewusste – erwacht gemeinsam im Gewahrsein. Jede Ebene des Geistes wird von Liebe und Weisheit getragen und offenbart die Wahrheit innerer Einheit und Einsicht. In diesem stillen Gewahrsein erinnern wir uns an unsere ewige Freiheit und unser inneres Licht. In dieser Stille erwachen wir wahrhaftig in leuchtendem Frieden.

Gesundheit und Wohlbefinden

Im Herzen der Achtsamkeitsmeditation liegt eine tiefgründige, aber einfache Wahrheit: Heilung und Wohlbefinden entstehen nicht durch Anstrengung, sondern durch das tiefe Ruhen in der eigenen Bewusstheit. Anstatt Frieden in äußeren Umständen zu suchen, lädt uns Achtsamkeit dazu ein, nach innen zu schauen – still zu werden, zu beobachten und sanft in der weiten Bewusstheit zu ruhen, die allen Gedanken, Emotionen und Empfindungen zugrunde liegt. Dieser Wechsel der Aufmerksamkeit – vom Tun zum Sein – öffnet einen natürlichen Zustand von Ausgeglichenheit und Ganzheit, den viele von uns im schnellen Alltag übersehen.

Wenn wir in der Bewusstheit ruhen, beginnt sich der Geist zu beruhigen. Stress, Angst und das ständige Gedankenkarussell verlieren allmählich ihre Macht. Diese innere Ruhe beruhigt das Nervensystem, senkt den Cortisolspiegel, verbessert die Konzentration und stärkt die emotionale Widerstandskraft. Mit der Zeit verändert sich sogar das Gehirn – es entwickelt stärkere neuronale Verbindungen, die mit Mitgefühl, Klarheit und emotionaler Regulierung verbunden sind. Achtsamkeit fördert zudem Akzeptanz und Geduld, sodass wir auf das Leben reagieren können, anstatt impulsiv zu handeln.

Die Vorteile gehen über den Geist hinaus. Achtsamkeitsmeditation hat gezeigt, dass sie Entzündungen reduziert, die Immunfunktion verbessert, den Blutdruck reguliert und die Schlafqualität unterstützt. Wenn der Geist seine gewohnte Anspannung loslässt, folgt der Körper – er entspannt sich in einen Zustand von Leichtigkeit und Vitalität.

Im Alltag zeigt sich diese innere Gesundheit auf praktische und bedeutsame Weise. Wir sind präsenter in unseren Beziehungen, geerdeter in Herausforderungen und empfänglicher für Schönheit und Dankbarkeit in gewöhnlichen Momenten. Aufgaben wirken leichter, Entscheidungen klarer, und Begegnungen mitfühlender. Die Welt zieht nicht mehr in alle Richtungen an uns – wir bewegen uns aus einer Mitte der Stille heraus durch sie.

Letztlich bedeutet in der Bewusstheit zu ruhen nicht, dem Leben zu entfliehen, sondern in tiefster Weise ins Leben zurückzukehren – zurück zum Wesenskern dessen, was wir wirklich sind, jenseits von Lärm, Rollen und Pflichten. In der Stille reiner Bewusstheit entdecken wir wieder, dass Frieden nichts ist, was man sich verdienen muss, sondern etwas, das schon immer da ist – sobald wir aufhören zu jagen und uns erlauben, einfach zu sein.

Aus diesem Raum heraus entfaltet sich das Leben mit größerer Leichtigkeit. Wir bewegen uns durch die Welt mit Klarheit statt Verwirrung, mit Stabilität statt Reaktivität. Jeder Atemzug, jede Begegnung wird absichtsvoller, weiter und lebendiger. Selbst inmitten von Schwierigkeiten finden wir einen inneren Zufluchtsort, der von äußeren Umständen unberührt bleibt.

Diese geerdete Präsenz befähigt uns, weisere Entscheidungen zu treffen, mit Freundlichkeit zu sprechen und zu handeln und mit größerer Freude und Authentizität zu leben. In der Bewusstheit zu ruhen bedeutet nicht, sich vom Leben zurückzuziehen – sondern ihm voll zu begegnen, mit offenem Herzen und erwachtem Geist.

Yoga, pranayama and mindfulness

Yoga asanas

Yoga asanas, or postures, are designed to place the body into positions of deliberate stillness. In these frozen moments, the body becomes steady, allowing the mind to quiet and mental fluctuations to settle.

This stillness creates the inner condition necessary for awareness to arise. Asanas also regulate the flow of prana — the body’s vital energy — bringing balance and calm to both body and mind. By cultivating physical stability and energetic harmony, asanas prepare the practitioner for deeper meditation. They serve as a gateway into inner stillness, where awareness becomes vivid and the path to true meditative absorption unfolds.

Breathing

Yogic breathing (pranayama) is a method to balance the body’s vital energy (prana) and restore harmony between body and mind. As prana stabilizes, the body relaxes and the mind begins to calm. The breath then naturally moves toward kumbhaka — the stillness between breaths — where all motion ceases.

This state prepares the mind for Nirvikalpa Samadhi, the highest meditative absorption, where breath and mind meet in silence and dissolve. In that stillness, awareness reveals itself—not as something observed, but as what we are. With this realization, all suffering rooted in mental activity falls away, and only pure awareness remains.

Meditation

The purpose of meditation is to rediscover our true nature — pure awareness — unchanging, calm, and ever-present. Rather than being caught in the movement of thoughts, emotions, and sensations, meditation invites us to rest in our awareness.

By shifting our attention from the constant change aspects of ourselves to the non-changing awareness, we begin to free ourselves from the inner turbulence that causes stress and depression. In this still and open presence, the qualities of awareness — calmness, clarity and compassion — begin to shine forth, transforming how we relate to ourselves, others and the world.

Brainwaves oscillation

During meditation

Theta: Best for emotional healing, trauma transformation, and reprogramming subconscious patterns.

1/ Entering the Theta State
2/ Bring Gentle Awareness to the Pain
3/ Reprogram the subconscious mind – plant a positive seed
4/ Repeat Consistently

Theta reprogramming works because it bypasses the thinking mind and speaks directly to the subconscious. By entering this deeply receptive state with safety, intention, and compassion, we can release trauma, soothe depression, and restore emotional balance from the inside out.

There is scientific evidence supporting that theta brainwave states play a central role in emotional healing, trauma processing, and the reprogramming of the subconscious mind. Studies show that the brain in a theta state is particularly receptive to new learning and positively oriented changes.

Examples of Research:

— David Spiegel, Stanford University: Hypnosis (a theta-dominant state) showed measurable changes in brain activity linked to self-awareness and control of pain/emotion.

— Mindfulness meditation studies (e.g., Sara Lazar, Harvard): Long-term meditation increases grey matter in regions tied to emotional regulation and decreases the size of the amygdala.

Meditative brainwaves

Alpha waves ~ (8 - 12 Hz)

Alpha brainwaves (8–12 Hz) appear during early stages of meditation, when the mind relaxes and thoughts begin to slow. This calm, alert state enhances mental clarity, reduces stress, and improves emotional balance. Alpha activity supports memory, creativity, and learning, while also promoting physical health by lowering blood pressure and supporting immune function. It reflects a bridge between wakefulness and deeper meditative absorption.

Theta waves ~ (4 - 8 Hz)

Theta brainwaves (4–8 Hz) arise in deeper stages of meditation, when the mind becomes quiet and inwardly absorbed. Associated with deep relaxation, intuition, and dream-like states, theta enhances creativity, emotional healing, and subconscious insight. This state supports memory consolidation, reduces stress, and promotes regenerative physical processes. It marks a gateway to profound inner stillness and transformative meditative experiences.

This state is associated with deep meditation, light sleep, and the edge of consciousness — where the subconscious mind is most accessible. In theta, the brain is highly suggestible and open to reprogramming. This is the ideal state for processing and transforming trauma, releasing limiting beliefs, and accessing suppressed emotions. Practices like guided meditation, hypnotherapy, and inner child work often target this state for healing. Theta allows the mind to rewrite old emotional patterns, helping to transform depression, anger, and stress at their roots.

Meditation, Theta, and Emotional Balance

Mindfulness and deep meditation often increase theta wave production.

Regular meditation has been shown to:

# Reduce depression and anxiety
# Improve emotional regulation
# Lower cortisol levels (the stress hormone)

Rewire parts of the brain like the amygdala (linked to fear) and prefrontal cortex (involved in emotion regulation)

➡️ Theta-related meditation creates the right conditions for lasting emotional healing.

Delta waves ~ (0,5 - 4 Hz)

Delta brainwaves (0.5–4 Hz) appear in the deepest states of meditation and non-REM sleep, when awareness is pure and the mind is fully still. Associated with deep healing, delta waves promote cellular regeneration, immune function, and profound physical restoration. Mentally, they support emotional release and access to non-verbal awareness, offering a state of timeless presence and deep inner peace.

Inner Exploration

Reflective writing

Reflective writing is a transformative view that invites us to reconnect with our true essence — the unchanging awareness that has been with us from the beginning of life. By engaging in this introspective journey, we can move beyond the identification of our thoughts, feelings, emotions and physical bodies.

Instead, we come to recognize the constant, witnessing presence within us. This practice serves as a gentle reminder to return to our core, offering clarity and peace amid life’s fluctuations. Through the view of reflective writing, we are invited to rediscover ourselves and navigate through daily challenges with ease, understanding and compassion.

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The Journey into Self-Exploration

Human beings display many visible differences in body shape, height, skin tone, and facial features. Yet beneath these physical differences, our biological structures are nearly identical — we all share the same organs. This reminds us that we are fundamentally alike at the physical level. Psychologically, our individuality becomes more apparent through unique thoughts, feelings, and preferences. Even identical twins have distinct minds and experiences. Still, all humans share one common drive: the pursuit of happiness. We often believe happiness lies in external things — jobs, relationships, or possessions. However, true happiness does not come from outside circumstances. It arises from within our own minds and bodies. External events may trigger feelings, but the emotions come from our internal state. Happiness is not something others give or take — it is generated by our own responses. By realizing this, we reclaim responsibility for our emotional well – being. We discover that the true source of happiness is within ourselves.

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A Path to Fulfilled Living

Understanding the conscious, subconscious, and unconscious mind helps us live with greater clarity and purpose. These three levels form an interconnected system influencing perception, behavior, and well-being. The conscious mind is our active awareness—it plans, decides, and sets intentions. It often overanalyzes, leading to stress when it tries to control everything. By trusting deeper layers, the conscious mind can focus on presence and meaningful action. The subconscious mind operates silently, managing habits, emotions, and learned behaviors. It functions like a skilled driver, guiding us based on past experience and internal programming. Calmness and mental clarity enhance the subconscious mind’s effectiveness. The unconscious mind is the deepest level, holding instincts, hidden patterns, and universal truths. Though invisible, it powerfully shapes our thoughts and behavior. Harmonizing all three minds fosters resilience, inner peace, and a fulfilling life.

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Balancing Awareness and Focused Attention

In a fast-paced world, balancing awareness and focused attention is key to inner peace. Awareness means being present without judgment—simply observing thoughts and emotions. This state fosters calm, reduces stress, and enhances emotional resilience and flexibility. It also supports creativity by freeing the mind from rigid patterns and attachments. Focused attention involves deliberate concentration, helping us engage effectively with tasks. Mastering both states allows us to face life’s challenges with clarity and stability. Meditation is a vital tool for training the mind to shift between awareness and focus. Regular practice builds familiarity, making peaceful presence more accessible in daily life. This mental training nurtures self-compassion, acceptance, and psychological well-being. Ultimately, balancing these states reconnects us with our true essence and lasting peace.

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The True Mind

Within each of us flows both a restless, reactive mind and a silent, unchanging True Mind. The True Mind is pure, wordless, and ever-present—unaffected by emotions or life events. We grow up immersed in emotional reactions, forgetting the stillness beneath them. Spiritual practice is not about resisting emotions but gently returning to inner clarity. When we recognize the True Mind, the reactive mind naturally calms without force. This recognition comes not through thought, but through stillness and direct experience. The Unchanging Mind is always present—awake, dreaming, or asleep—untouched by turmoil. True peace isn’t created; it is uncovered by pausing and deeply seeing what is already here. Even in pain or fear, there is a quiet space within that remains whole and undisturbed. Real practice happens not in ideal conditions but through clear seeing in any circumstance.

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Self-Inquiry techniques - A Journey to Awareness

Self-inquiry is a practice of turning inward to explore our true self beyond thoughts and roles. By asking questions like “Am I here?” and affirming “I am here,” we access a deeper awareness always present within us. This awareness is steady, unchanging, and contrasts with fleeting thoughts and emotions. Understanding awareness as timeless, formless, and self-knowing is crucial for self-inquiry. Awareness is the silent witness to all experiences, unaffected by mental turbulence. Self-inquiry helps us distinguish this awareness from transient aspects of ourselves. Practices involve sitting quietly, inwardly questioning, and resting in the sensation of presence. When thoughts arise, we observe them without attachment, returning attention to awareness. Even when the mind wanders, the presence of awareness remains constant and accessible. Ultimately, self-inquiry is about recognizing and resting in the ever-present awareness that defines our true nature.

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Transforming the Pain of Past Experiences

Pain from past trauma often repeats because the conscious mind misinterprets subconscious symbolic memories. These emotional loops keep suffering alive, even though the original event is past. Awareness, the unchanging observer within, witnesses pain without being harmed by it. By stepping into awareness, we separate ourselves from pain and break free from victimhood. Conscious reframing helps rewrite the pain narrative, transforming old interpretations into healing perspectives. Viewing pain as a temporary experience, not a defining reality, softens its emotional grip. Compassionate observation allows us to release suffering and regain resilience. A meditation practice supports this process by focusing on pain, breathing, and mindful reframing. This exercise encourages seeing pain as separate from the self and responding with kindness. Ultimately, awareness and reframing enable deep healing and freedom from repetitive pain cycles.

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The Universal Fear of Death

The universal fear of death stems from an instinct to preserve life rooted in eternal awareness present in all beings. Awareness is distinct from the temporary body, which leads to fear when we identify solely with physical existence. Humans uniquely reflect on this fear and can transcend it by realizing their true, undying nature. Enlightened individuals see death as a shedding of the body, not an end. Science historically overlooked awareness but now increasingly studies it alongside psychology and AI. Chinese scientists are pioneering AI with brain-like structures to create aware machines. Despite technological advances, true awareness is discovered inwardly, beyond the body and mind. Awareness is the essence that contains the body, not the other way around. A simple meditation helps reconnect with this unchanging presence and overcome death fear. Self-discovery is a return to our eternal essence, bridging ancient wisdom and modern science.

Heart Qualities

Cultivating Heart Qualities Through Present-Moment Awareness

Heart qualities like happiness, calmness, stillness, compassion, and kindness are inherent to our being. They arise naturally when we are present.

Yet, the mind’s noise—thoughts, emotions, and self-centered habits—can obscure this inner richness, distancing us from our true nature.

Though the present moment lives deeply within us, its clarity dims when we’re caught in subconscious patterns, filtering it through the lens of conditioned thought.

To reconnect with this innate awareness, it’s essential to learn the art of relaxation and letting go. Through this practice, we begin to loosen our identification with thoughts, emotions, and the restless activity of the mind. Relaxation creates inner space, allowing awareness to shine through without interference. And as awareness begins to reveal itself more clearly, we may notice a quiet richness emerging from within. This is not something we create—it is already present.

Qualities such as calmness, stillness, compassion, kindness, and creativity naturally arise from this depth. These heart qualities are not achieved through effort but unfold effortlessly when the mind settles and we rest in presence. They are the fragrance of awareness itself—gentle, wise, and responsive—and they guide us into a more open, loving, and authentic way of being.

Dharma practitioner

Huan M. Vuong

A lifelong seeker turned guide, Huan Minh Vuong has spent more than 30 years walking the path of inner discovery. Through silence, insight, and unwavering dedication, he has uncovered the aware stillness at the heart of all experience — and now shares this light with others. His work invites you to return to your True Self, where peace, clarity and inner awareness are waiting for you to come back.

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Testimonials

Course participants

Heidi Jønsson
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Thank you for a fantastic morning. It has given me a joy and peace in my body that I haven't had in a long time. Highly recommended more of it.
Tina Nyrop-Larsen
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Thank you for a great Saturday morning! It has given me a wonderful sense of calm and I feel very comfortable 😉
Maja Hasselmose Hansen
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Hello Huan! Thank you for a lovely morning. Sitting here, enjoying the peace in my body.
Christian I. Mortensen
Christian I. MortensenDesignation
Mindfulness has also contributed to better sleep and overall well-being, while simultaneously increasing my happiness and joy.
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