Guided Sleep Cloud Meditation

As promised, today's video/audio is a short guided sleep relaxation.  In this recording, you will visualize relaxing and falling asleep in a safe cozy cloud.  Sleep is an integral aspect of well-being and yet it can be elusive at times for many people. Please let me know in the comments below if there are other topics/meditations you would like to hear or if you would like a longer sleep meditation. The background music is courtesy of http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music.

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Guided Meditation – Peaceful Forest

Sometimes life circumstances can feel overwhelming and it can be hard to believe that you can cope with the situation, let alone thrive.  This is frequently the case with those who must deal with sustained health issues. In today's video/audio post, I will guide you on a "mini-break" where you will take an imagined journey through a forest.  As you listen to this relaxation script, I hope you are able to  experience some relief from the difficulties of life. Even in the midst of struggles, you DO have inner strength and resources.…

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Live and Learn 4 – Tonglen (Giving and Receiving) Meditation

In our first Live and Learn video of 2016, I am introducing a Tonglen (Giving and Receiving) Guided Meditation.  This is a practice that may appear difficult at first glance and yet can be profoundly healing.  I urge you to be gentle with yourself as you explore this practice and see if it is one that works for you. This meditation is based on the Buddhist practice of Tonglen.  There are many resources available that describe the power and purpose of this practice only a short Google search…

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Live and Learn 3 – Peaceful Place Guided Visualization

In today's Live and Learn video, I guide you through a visualization of a peaceful place.  This may be any place that evokes comfort and calm for you.  It might be a real place you have been or it might be a place you have only imagined. This calming meditation may be helpful to draw upon if you find yourself caught up in the bustle of the holiday season.  The busyness of December can be both joyful and stressful and I encourage you to make time for moments…

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Live and Learn 1 – Body Scan Meditation

The Live and Learn video series is my new monthly feature.  In this series, I will offer up one wellness practice or exercise for you to try out.  I welcome your feedback and requests. Today's post is about a basic mindfulness practice called the Body Scan Meditation.  The first video provides an overview and introduction, while the second provides a guided meditation - the main focus is the audio with calming pictures if you prefer to keep your eyes open while you meditate.

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