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Backstage with Jean Houston and Deepak ChopraPosted: Thu 01/10/2013 08:00 AM
They've been friends for more than 30 years and he wrote the forward for her new book, The Wizard of Us. Plus, they just happened to tape "Super Soul Sunday" on the very same day! During some downtime in filming, Jean Houston and Deepak Chopra sat down with our backstage crew to discuss their longtime friendship.
What are the greatest lessons these thought leaders have learned from one another? Watch to find out: While reminiscing about some of their favorite stories, Jean shares a moment from Deepak's childhood that always stuck with her. Hear the story: Finally, Deepak says there's one very good reason everyone should tune in for Jean and Oprah's conversation this Sunday. He reveals it here: Meditation FAQs: Deepak Chopra Answers Your Questions!Posted: Sun 11/04/2012 02:00 PM
We wanted to know what your most burning questions about meditation. Now, Deepak Chopra is answering them himself. Watch to get the answers about everything from how you should sit to the best time of day to meditate.
Deepak shares his top 8 tips, based on your questions: Find out how to assume the proper meditation position: Related Resources
Demystifying Meditation with Deepak ChopraPosted: Sun 11/04/2012 02:00 PM
Meditation is an ancient spiritual practice that continues to play a important role in improving health and happiness in modern day life. Spiritual teacher Deepak Chopra says he started meditating 40 years ago to relieve stress and kick his smoking habit—and hasn't missed a day since.
Now, during his Meditation 101 discussion with Oprah, he's opening the door on this sometimes misunderstood practice. Watch on to learn more about the basics of meditation and find out how you can start today! What is meditation and why should we try it? Find out how 20 minutes a day can change your life: One common misperception about meditation is that it is a form of prayer. Find out why Deepak says meditation and prayer are two entirely separate things: When Oprah interviewed rapper Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson, she was suprised to find out he meditates with a mantra Deepak gave him. Watch to see why Deepak says a mantra is like taking a cab to your inner self, and find out which mantra you can start using today: Related Resources
Deepak Chopra: 5 Ways to Expand Your ConsciousnessPosted: Fri 11/02/2012 12:00 PM
In his new book, Super Brain, co-written with Dr. Rudolph E. Tanzi, Deepak Chopra explores how to use the power of the mind to improve health, happiness and spiritual well-being. Part of bettering your mind, body and soul comes down to expanding your consciousness. We caught up with Deepak backstage, and he shared five simple steps to increase your own awareness. Watch the video above to find out what they are, plus the telltale signs you're on your way to living a more present life. Tune into "Super Soul Sunday" this week at 11 a.m. ET/PT for Meditation 101 with Deepak. You can watch it on OWN—or streaming worldwide on Oprah.com or Facebook.com/SuperSoulSunday. Deepak is also offering a special 21-day meditation course in which he'll be your teacher. Sign up here! Related Resources
Recommended Reading: Deepak ChopraPosted: Fri 11/02/2012 08:00 AM
Spiritual teacher and thought leader Deepak Chopra has written more than 65 books, including two of his latest, Super Brain and God. This week on "Super Soul Sunday", Deepak credits meditation with helping him stay focused enough to write so profoundly and prolifically. Tune in for Meditation 101 with Deepak at 11 a.m. ET/PT Sunday. Watch on OWN or streaming worldwide at Oprah.com or Facebook.com/SuperSoulSunday.
Before then, click on the covers below to read excerpts of both books! 
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