GUIDED MEDITATION

We know that mindfulness practices such as yoga, tai chi, and taekwondo (mindfulness with movement) are amazing practices to reset neuro pathways, increase cognition and improve mind/body connection.  

But what about meditation? Studies show that a meditation practice can reduce anxiety, help with the treatment of depression, increase cognitive function and focus, even reduce bias in our lives and increase body satisfaction.

Mindfulness and meditation can give us more space to examine our true values and intentions, put us truly on OUR path,  which in turn will free us from some of this human suffering that we endure. But what kinds of meditation can we explore and why? 

Mindfulness Meditation – Cultivates awareness of the present moment. 

Gratitude Meditation – thanking everyone and everything for what they are, and what impact they’ve had in your life; thanking your food for giving you energy; thanking you blankets for keeping you warm at night; thanking yourself for everything that you are. 

Music Meditation – music can have a powerful impact on our emotions, so when we feel stressed, listening to high-frequency instrumental songs, or other music we just love,  can have a positive effect on our well-being. 

Water Meditation – whether you are meditating in your bath, in front of a river, or in the middle of the mountains next to a waterfall, water meditation has been proven very beneficial for stress relief. 

Progressive Muscle Relaxation/Body Scan – focusing on every single part of your body and releasing tension gradually is a good way to release physical stress. Breath awareness and yogic breathing techniques– solely focusing on your breath and on being present. 

Walking Meditation – walk, breathe, and let your thoughts quiet. Simply admire the beautiful scenery and be grateful for your eyes, lips, nose, grateful that you can see, feel, smell, love. 

Mantra Meditation – choose your favorite mantra (example: “om”) and practice saying it until you feel it connecting to your body and soul. 

And so many more!  You can join our monthly online gathering for a check in and guided practice, or we can work together privately, semi-privately, or in a small group (similar to yoga).  Click the link below, share what you are looking for, and we can then customize pricing and the specifics for you.   

Monthly Guided Meditation group is the first Thursday of every month at 7 pm pre-register with the link below.