Developing a positive mindset isn't about ignoring life's challenges, but rather about approaching them with resilience and optimism.

If you’re going through a hard time, here are 10 crucial steps to help you cultivate a more positive mindset and embrace a happier life — even when it’s at its darkest.

If you’ve been practicing yoga for an extended period of time, it’s likely you’ve heard at least some mention of the Eight Limbs of Yoga. Depending on where you practice or who your teacher is, you may have also even learned one or two of them.

Whether you know what they are or not, here’s a quick rundown:

Meditation is a powerful tool that can help you relax, reduce stress, and improve your overall well-being.

That said, a lot of people find meditation challenging because they struggle to focus. Maybe you think if your mind wanders or if you have any thoughts at all, you’re doing it wrong. Maybe you feel weird having an empty mind. Maybe you have a hard time sitting still, or any other number of reasons you may deter from meditation.