Hurry Up And Meditate

Where did you pick up the habit of people pleasing?  When did that habit become a personality trait?  At what point did the needs of others become more important than you own?

There is so much to unpack under umbrella of “People Pleasing”.  Today, we can talk about it, learn tips to manage it, explore with some journaling and meditate on self-awareness.  All of this in about 15 minutes.  Click now to Hurry Up And Meditate.

When we set big goals that take time to come to fruition, what happens to the days in between?  Ram Dass warned us that we are missing out on the joy of being alive if we are stuck inside our heads.   And that is what our episode is about today.  

Listen in as we break down the concept of simple pleasures and the role they play.  Why do they matter and most importantly, what does your unique list of simple pleasures include?

At the end of our talk, we will float away in a meditation practice of ocean waves and ocean breathing, also known as Ujjayi Breath.  It will be our shared simple pleasure that is free, accessible and takes less than 30 minutes.  Let’s Hurry Up And Meditate.

Today we hit pause on our regular meditation session to answer some questions about meditation.  Listen in for my responses to questions about just starting out, getting psychic visions, tips on teaching kids to meditate and meditating with an autism diagnosis. 

“The bad news is that time flies.  The good news is, you’re the pilot”  -Michael Altschuler

I didn’t understand when my parents told me as a young person how precious time was.  Take your time, don’t waste your time, it’s time to go, and time is the most precious gift you can give.  My dad telling me (often) that the best gifts he could offer were his time and his talent. 

As an adult, I manage my entire life by time.  I even teach time management.  I track time, make time, give time, ask for time off, add time back into my day. Make choices about free time, people ask to pay for my time.  I am putting time into a project or taking a time out.

Our conversation, affirmation, journal assignment and meditation today all center around this Time Wise theme and there’s no more time to waste.  Let’s Hurry Up and Meditate!

Even though self-care is essential for total body health, it is not always accessible or easy.  There are days when I just don’t feel motivated or have time for your self.  I have tasks to attend to and I can’t squeeze in time to relax.  This is when self-care feels annoying.

Let’s explore this idea further and create a Self-Care Reference Sheet that can be used the next time some self care is in order.  Then, I’ll walk you through a guided meditation that will help you to appreciate the little things in life with more gratitude.  

It’s time to Hurry Up And Meditate.

“Your future depends on your dreams, so go to sleep.”  Mesut Barazany  Today's episode is designed to help you feel relaxed enough to fall asleep.  Hear some active tips to prepare for bedtime.
 Get comfy because I am going to walk you through a guided meditation written by Sean Fargo entitled, Total Body Relaxation for Sleep, that is going to send you floating on a cloud.  
It's time to Hurry Up And Meditate. 

How can we practice acceptance?  What does that entail?  

Let’s explore acceptance within the context of our current situation, or facts about ourselves,  as a whole and without judgement.  Looking at who we are and what is happening, and accepting that this is our reality in this moment in time.  This can be freeing and it can be a foundation for growth and change.  

 True power comes from within and it is available to you right now.  Press play because it is time to Hurry Up And Meditate.

Sometimes all you can do in the middle of a heartache is breathe.  Today we will learn and then practice a breathing method called 4 -7 -8.  

We’ll also take a deep dive into what it actually means to check-in with yourself.  Learn a practical journaling resource you can use for a daily practice for your physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health.  

Inhale through your nose for four counts. Hold your breath for seven counts. Exhale through your mouth for eight counts.  It’s time to Hurry Up And Meditate.

If breathing techniques can calm you down, the contraposition would also be true, that breathing techniques could also get you worked up.  Why would you do this to yourself?  Let’s say that you are about to give a big speech that requires dynamic energy, you can bring yourself to that higher level before you go on stage with a pranayama technique called Bhastrika. (bu-stree-ka), more commonly known as Bellows Breath.  

This pranayama technique is a skill for life and you are going to learn it today.  It’s time to Hurry Up And Meditate, Bellows Breath Style!

While deep breathing meditations can make you feel so relaxed.  You’ll also benefit to know that some meditation techniques can make you feel energized!  Today’s episode is the exploration of the latter and it is called Kapalabhati or Breath of Fire!

We’ll talk about all of the amazing benefits of this breathwork, including tips on when to use it.  I’ll break down the mechanics of this technique into an easy follow breath-by-breath  instruction.  Then, we’ll practice several rounds together and be an active witness to how the energy in our bodies can shift in just a few short minutes. 

Welcome to your action packed Breath of Fire episode! It’s time to Hurry Up And Meditate!