Meditation for Everyone: Calm, Balance, and Peace

A discussion about the history and philosophy of meditation. Some topics covered: physical postures, music, candles, incense, meditation cushions. We discuss quality of mind and breath. We discuss various introductory elements within the practice. Resource materials available for download. 

A discussion about consistency, regularity, and dedication within mediation practice. We talk about creating space for meditation within the home; creating an altar space and its significance; creating a space that reflects safety, comfort, and peace. We discuss the individuality of each space; non-judgement within the practice; the uniqueness of each style of meditation. Brian also shares about his personal daily meditation practice(s), how he began to meditate, why he continues to meditate, and the many benefits he receives from meditation and how he takes the benefits off the meditation cushion into the world. Resource materials (suggested reading list) available for download. 

A guided meditation to discover the power of contrary action. We begin by choosing a fear within the mind. We examine the fear to determine its opposite thought or action. We find love to be an all-powerful and undeniable opponent to fear. We focus on the energy of love to transform fear until fear is removed from the mind, heart, and body. Soft music plays in the background of the meditation. Application worksheet available for download.

A guided meditation using a flower chosen by the student. We look at a flower and its many qualities as a study of the law of impermanence. We internalize the essence of the flower. We connect with our senses. We learn concentration, discernment, patience, and gratitude. We learn to still the mind. We learn to relax the body and internalize our practice. We learn the unity of all living things. Soft music plays in the background of the meditation. Application worksheet available for download.

A guided meditation to focus on the beautiful qualities of the inhale and exhale. Focus on breath quiets the mind. Awareness on breath anchors students in the present moment. We learn the breath is the innermost teacher. We focus on the expansion of the in-breath and contraction of the out-breath. We focus on breath as the force of life. We breathe naturally, consciously, and without attachment or judgment. Soft music plays in the background during meditation.  Application worksheet available for download.

A guided meditation to focus on thankfulness for the feet, legs, hands, arms, internal organs, eyes, mouth, nose, ears, and skin. We recall amazing things the parts of the body allow us to do. We bring awareness to the breath. We find the magic of the present moment. We find the power of gratitude. Soft music plays in the background during meditation. Application worksheet available for download.      

A guided meditation to examine why we are here, what we are here to do, and how we can achieve our destiny. We discuss the significance of a spiritual journey. We acknowledge being in the present moment. We release limiting beliefs and conditioned behaviors. We journey to the innermost self where we discover intuitive thoughts, Divine insight, inherent wisdom, and emotional balance. We discuss closing the physical eyes toward cultural prejudice in order to view the world with the mystical vision of the third eye, or innermost place of Truth within all beings. Soft music plays in the background during meditation. Application worksheet available for download.

A guided meditation on learning to accept things as they are in the present moment. We learn peace is possible when we can embrace acceptance. We learn suffering comes from trying to change things; we learn we suffer when we have expectations. We learn that acceptance does not mean we condone the behavior and speech of others, yet we understand that through acceptance, solution becomes possible; freedom from anger and anxiety becomes possible. Soft music plays in the background during meditation. Application worksheet available for download.

A meditation through the landscape of the mind using the power of vibration. In this bonus video, Brian plays an original song on the harmonium. The harmonium has a beautiful resonance; its sound creates waves of energy that dislodge harmful patterns of thought; dismantle old ideas; and transform wrongful habit energies. The harmonies of this instrument allow us to feel connected to nature, life, and all living beings. We also recognize the human body is an instrument for peace and channel for love. Application worksheet available for download.

In this 5-minute video, we meditate together in silence. Please sit, close the eyes, and breathe. Remember, we do this beautiful work together. A teacher is always with the student; the student is always with the teacher. Draw upon what has been learned from the guided meditations above. Take those lessons into this meditation with silence. Students will find refuge within the innermost self. Soft music plays in the background. Application worksheet available for download.