Author Archives: Bert Bulthuis

Meditation Cushion The Art of Calm presents this round, sitting-meditation cushion which looks good and is durable. The cushion is filled with natural and durable buckwheat hulls. A quality cotton cover in fern green is removable and machine washable. A good meditation cushion such as this helps you sit with your knees below your hipsContinue reading “The Art of Calm Gift Items”

The Art of Calm takes your health seriously. Although the risk for contracting Covid-19 is very low in Hong Kong, we have put in place a number of Health & Safety Measures to keep you safe and offer peace of mind. We thank you in advance for your help in these endeavors. Mask Wearing UntilContinue reading “Measures Against Covid-19”

Why did you found The Art of Calm? I’ve been a meditator for about 10 years… I’d done a Master degree in Buddhist Studies at The University of Hong Kong, and two years ago I started a free meditation group called ‘Meditation in the Park’ [through Meetup.com]. There’s a moment where you can pour fromContinue reading “Interview with TAOC Founder”

It might not have the mainstream appeal of other pastimes, but meditation is one of the best things you can do with your time. Meditation has health, mental and emotional benefits, which are increasIngly proven and documented. Some of the benefits include: Physical: Younger skin and slower ageing, Lower stress, Healthy heart, Better and longerContinue reading “Why Meditate?”