Nature-Based Meditations
Our Mindful Nature explores the deep connection between the land and Self through nature-based meditations that invite us back into belonging - to each other, our ancestors, the earth, and all beings that make up this universe.
This podcast features interviews, guided meditations, and collaborations with some of the top nature field recordists of our time. Each episode is created with the goal of fostering connection and resilience in the face of climate crisis. You can expect classes centered on accessible, equitable, communal well-being primarily through nature-based meditations created through the lens of Tantric meditation and Spiritual Ecology.
Now, let’s grab a cup of tea, a comfy seat and settle in for today’s practice.
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Mini Meditation: The Forefront of Now
Our true, deepest Self is ever-present. Always residing in the present moment, which is simultaneously ending and beginning endlessly.
3 Qualities of Consciousness {Part 1 of 3}
According to the ancient sages, the Self has three basic qualities:
The Self is ever-present.
The Self is aware of itself and everything else.
The Self is joyful.
Mini Meditation: Sound Bath with Shawn J. Moore
If you have never done a sound bath before, be sure to listen to the full length episode on 8/6/20 as Shawn Moore and I discuss the beauty and power of sound-based meditation.
Sound Baths & Meditation: Are they the same thing?
Sound Baths & Meditation: Are they the same thing?
An Interview with Shawn J. Moore
Mini Meditation: This Body is Made of Earth and Gold
Today’s mini meditation is a celebration of the joy that comes from connecting with nature. Ancient meditation practitioners left us texts describing the mini universe they found inside as their meditation practices deepened. We too can access the peace and expansiveness that comes from connecting to elements within.
The Peace Within the Wild
We bought a canoe for Father’s Day this year. I ordered a life jacket for myself, and I received notice it was on backorder for 30 days. This week, I received notice that it is on backorder for another 30 days. This run on all things outdoors brings me such joy.
Mini Meditation: Sorrowless Joy
According to the Yoga Sutra, meditation connects us to our inner luminosity & sorrowless joy. In modern day terms, when we talk about meditation as a tool for emotional resiliency, we are really talking about tapping into this inner luminosity.
Meditation & Emotional Resiliency {Part 3 of 3}
This month, my meditation series has been focused on building emotional resilience. We are learning how to use the tools of meditation to help us not only survive tough times but more so to thrive in our daily lives. Today’s episode, the final installment of this series, is my personal favorite because I think it is the game-changing practice.
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