🕊️ Be Still & Begin | Session 1 of 12

Welcome to the first meditation in a 12-part series inspired by Thomas Merton’s New Seeds of Contemplation.

This 4-minute guided reflection is an invitation to silence, presence, and the mystery of the inner life.

“Contemplation is the highest expression of man’s intellectual and spiritual life.” — Thomas Merton

Whether you’re new to contemplation or returning to it with fresh eyes, this short practice offers a gentle beginning. With ambient music and bell chimes to ground your experience, you’re invited to pause… breathe… and awaken to the sacred stillness already within you.

🌿 What to Expect:

– Gentle breathing and body awareness

– Anchoring in the present moment

– A spacious, welcoming tone

– A benediction to carry into your day

⏱️ Timestamps

00:00 – Intro: An Invitation to Stillness

00:30 – Merton Quote + Opening Reflection

01:00 – Guided Breathing & Settling

01:45 – Returning to Presence

02:30 – Embracing the Mystery Within

03:15 – Benediction: Carrying Stillness Forward

04:00 – Outro + Music Fade

📌 New meditations every week.

💛 Support the series + share your experience: [Patreon link here]

🔔 Subscribe and turn on notifications to journey with us.

#meditation #thomasmerton #contemplation #mindfulness #guidedmeditation #justbreathe