Ascend's Blog

Welcome to the Ascend's Blog—your space for all things mindfulness, meditation, and personal growth. Whether you're looking for practical tips to strengthen your practice or real stories of transformation, you'll find it here. We’re excited to share ideas that inspire, challenge, and help you grow—one mindful step at a time.

Q2 Momentum: Harnessing Progress, Building on Success, and Staying Aligned with Your Vision

As Q2 progresses, it's easy to get caught up in the hustle of daily tasks and lose sight of the bigger picture. However, it’s during this time that high performers know the importance of ...

The Q2 Reset: How to Refocus, Set Clear Goals, and Strengthen Your Mindset

For high performers, success isn’t just about setting goals—it’s about mental clarity, focus, and resilience. As Q2 begins, this is the perfect time to reset, refocus, and realign with your vision ...

March Mindfulness: How Meditation Can Help Athletes and Fans Stay Calm Amid the Madness

March Madness is a rollercoaster of emotions—thrilling upsets, buzzer-beaters, and the agony of a busted bracket. Whether you’re an athlete on the court or a fan living and dying with every play ...

“It changed my life:” Ascend CEO and co-founder Hampton Tanner on meditation

There’s an old Remington Shaver commercial that starts out with the company’s president saying, regarding the electric razor in his hand, “I liked it so much I bought the company.”

The Mindful Champion: How Phil Jackson Trained the Minds of Legends

What separated Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, and Shaquille O’Neal from other great athletes? Their mental game. Phil Jackson didn’t just coach X’s and O’s—he trained their minds through meditation ...

Mastering the Moment: How Kobe Bryant Stayed Present in High-Pressure Situations

What made Kobe Bryant one of the most relentless competitors in sports history? His mental approach. While his work ethic and skill were legendary, what truly set him apart was his ability ...

The Mindful Champion: How Michael Jordan Mastered the Mental Game

What made Michael Jordan the ultimate competitor? Beyond his unmatched skills, athleticism, and work ethic, MJ’s real edge was his mind. While his physical abilities were legendary, it was his ...

The Zen of Teamwork: How Mindfulness Creates Championship Chemistry with Shaq

Shaquille O’Neal’s dominance on the court is legendary. His unmatched size, power, and skill made him a force to be reckoned with in the NBA. But what truly set Shaq apart during his championship ...

The Art of Focus: How Meditation Helps You Perform Under Pressure

In sports, as in life, high-pressure moments can either make or break you. Whether it’s a game-winning shot, a crucial business deal, or a tight deadline, pressure is a part of every high ...