MEDITATION PRACTICES (FREEBIES BELOW)

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For anyone new to meditation and doesn't know where to start...?  I invite you to try this!  It is a  simple, practical, and quick practice of meditation.  Know how to start your practice and what to expect.    

 Physics-based, this mantra meditation illuminates consciousness' role in shaping reality.  By cumulatively practicing and immersing yourself in the essence of the So Hum mantra you explore it's resonance, frequency, and vibrational impact on your mind, body, and spirit.  This allows you to open yourself up into greater insight, deepen inner peace, and transform into a beacon to attract what your True Self seeks.  Simply put, you are the conductor of your own orchestra, and your vibe attracts your tribe! 

 Focused on achieving internal balance through mindful breathing and guided visualizations.  Find your center, harmonize thoughts and emotions, and navigate life's ups and downs with grace and ease. Embrace your journey to living a life of equanimity and practice letting go of that which weighs you down.  As Steve Maraboli once said, "The greatest step towards a life of simplicity is to learn to let go." So be curious...be compassionate and discover your inner balance today. 

 With this mindful meditation, you will embark on a journey using the mantra "Om Gam Ganapataye Namaha" dedicated to the narrative of Lord Ganesh, the revered remover of obstacles and harbinger of new beginnings.  Align with these qualities and manifest your own inner wisdom and strength.  Allow the vibration of the mantra to resonate throughout your being.    As you do notice mental barriers dissolve, instill the lessons to be learned, and embody the energy of Ganesh to find the path of your new beginning with clarity.  In the words of Dan Reeves, "Difficulties in life are intended to make us better, not bitter."  So practice removing the blockades from life and 

manifest your inner Ganesh. 

 As the Dalai Lama once said, "Just as a lotus flower is born in water, grows in water, and rises out of water to stand above it unsoiled, so too I, born in the world, raised in the world, and having overcome the world, live unsoiled by the world." Explore the mindful journey of the lotus, symbolizing growth through adversity, and the concentration and transformative power of the mantra 'Om Mani Padme Hum." As the lotus rises from the mud to bloom in purity, you too can rise above life's challenges to find inner peace and clarity. 

 Feel the weight of anger and resentment lift as you release the burden of holding onto them, stone by stone.  As Mark Twain once said, "Anger is an acid that can do more harm to the vessel in which it is stored than to anything on which it is poured." So practice releasing what no longer serves you from your backpack and embrace the peace that follows. 

 This standing meditation invites you to embody resilience and inner strength, much like the tortoise's steady pace in the well-known fable "The Tortoise and the Hare."  As you stand tall, find a balance between stillness and flow.  Inspired by the famous quote from Lao Tzu, "A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step," this practice will ground you in the present moment, cultivating patience, focus, and a quiet determination to face life's challenges with grace. 

 As Matshona Dhilwayo once said, "An acorn does not see itself as small and withered; it sees itself as mighty and fruitful." In this meditation gentle affirmations nurture inner growth, reminding you of the strength within every small beginning. So feel your roots anchor, your spirit rise, and let each whispered word help you realize - your growth is boundless, your power immense, grounded in a calm but mighty sense. 

This is a simple and calm meditation practice designed to enhance your awareness of the present moment.  Practice tethering yourself to the "here and now" using your breath and body which are always with you.    This meditation guides you to gently observe and connect with various parts of your breath then broaden your attention to notice the subtle and not-so-subtle sensations in different parts of your body.  It is a straightforward yet profound tool to practice which can help you in your everyday life remain present and alleviate frustration.