A labyrinth is a special kind of mindfulness meditation, and if we don’t have access to an actual labyrinth, we can still walk on one by connecting with a labyrinth in our minds. For the next few minutes, we’re going to go on an imaginary walk through a labyrinth, either as preparation for taking anContinue reading “A Guided Candlelit Labyrinth Walk”
Tag Archives: Meditation
Awareness
When I was learning how to meditate, I exposed myself to a variety of teachers, gravitating towards the works of Drs. Joe Dispenza, Tara Brach, Deepak Chopra, and Jack Kornfield in particular. Through their books, podcasts, and online courses, I practiced using anchors and breathwork, postures and mantras, but some of the more sophisticated concepts,Continue reading “Awareness”
Striving Not to Strive
While honoring my mother-in-law’s life last week, I found myself distracted by the arrangement of the room, especially the bottleneck at the photos preventing people from reaching the coffin. I desperately wanted to rearrange the funeral home for better flow, but I redirected myself to focus on connecting with the people in the room instead.Continue reading “Striving Not to Strive”
Wishes for Wisdom: A Gatha
Wishes for WisdomMay I consider individual perspectives while continuously deepening my own.May I refrain from judgment and exhibit empathy and understanding.May I practice deep listening and thoughtfully decide when and if to speak.May I choose kind and compassionate words to share with myself and others. May I set good intentions and align them with meaningfulContinue reading “Wishes for Wisdom: A Gatha”
Colors of Compassion: A Metta Meditation
Let’s take some time today to come together to acknowledge the rainbow range of humanity enriching our lives and celebrate them with grateful and compassionate hearts. Please take a moment or two to settle into a meditative posture that’s comfortable for you, deepening your breath and arriving in this space. Relax your face, softening yourContinue reading “Colors of Compassion: A Metta Meditation”
Letting Go of the Past Year
A Meditation Go ahead and get into a comfortable position Relax your eyes, your jaw, your neck, and your shoulders Notice where your body makes contact with the chair and ground and feel the connection and support As we move into our meditation, let’s give ourselves a moment to arrive by taking three deep breathsContinue reading “Letting Go of the Past Year”
Mindful Life Connections 