This 5-minute meditation has little to no guidance - just one bell to open, one bell to close and very minimal cues to set you up at the start. This one is perfect to start off your meditation practice in the samata or mindfulness way.
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My free 12-minute guided meditation recording to help you relax, wind down and sleep more deeply.
Lately, I’ve been noticing a familiar pattern - both in myself and in the people I work with.
We know we need rest. We feel the signs of fatigue or overwhelm.
But the idea of doing something about it feels like too much…
Every month, I write “5 Good Things” to help you bring your yoga and meditation practice from your mat into your life. It’s the apps, books, podcasts, products that have helped me live a little more intentionally. This is a preview of 2025’s emails.
Having been on a number of silent retreats and made a few videos on some of my experiences, it’s natural that I often get asked the question of: “Which silent retreat would you recommend?”
Here are some of the teachers I’ve studied with and places I’ve been to I’d recommend…
Every month, I write “5 Good Things” to help you bring your yoga and meditation practice from your mat into your life. It’s the apps, books, podcasts, products that have helped me live a little more intentionally. This is a preview of 2024’s emails.
Afternoon meditation for positivity. When you need a little pick-me-up or power nap, this short guided meditation can help you emerge a little more rested, ready to continue your day with more positive energy.
Why do I keep returning to silent retreats regularly? I'm on my fourth silent meditation retreat now and have been going regularly, every 6 months to 1 year. I go through why I regularly give myself these timeouts... and if life constantly feels overwhelming with too much going on - perhaps you might want to consider training with an experienced meditation teacher near you too!
Develop your inner resource with this yoga nidra and find your happy place within. This iRest® yoga nidra helps you find your inner calm by developing your inner resource.
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Every first Sunday of the month I write 5 Good Things - a monthly email of reflections, practices, and small insights designed to support your nervous system and help bring mindful awareness into daily life. This is a preview of 2026’s emails.