Into Stillness

A recent epic snowfall in my area sparked the idea for this weeks episode of the podcast. I’m back with another guided imagery style meditation but this time its winter themed. I went to a park near me and filmed a video to go along with the meditation also which can be seen with the YouTube version. Let me know if you enjoy this style of podcast and if you have any requests don’t hesitate to ask.

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I truly appreciate each and every one of you who listen to and take something away from this podcast. Until next time and with love, namaste.

I just released the most in-depth meditation course for beginner & intermediate practitioners! You can purchase MEDITATION 101: A Guide to Build & Deepen Your At Home Practice right now on my website!

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I am back after a couple weeks break while I moved and got settled into a new location. On this episode I have decided to share some information and explanation on the last 4 limbs of the 8 limbs of yoga.

If you have a consistent or even semi-consistent yoga and/or meditation practice, it is likely you have at least heard of the “8 Limbs of Yoga” passed down from Patanjali. These 8 limbs being: the yamas, the niyamas, asana, pranayama, pratyahara, dharana, dhyana & samadhi. Together these 8 limbs constitute the path of Raja Yoga (self-discipline and practice).

All of the 8 limbs contribute to and directly affect the ultimate goal of the practice—samadhi—but only the last few directly relate to meditation. Here we are going to go over the last 4 limbs and discuss the importance and concept of each one, as they can be difficult to understand to a certain degree.

Please leave a review on iTunes if you happen to enjoy this episode, helps me reach more people and spread the practice of meditation.

I truly appreciate each and every one of you who listen to and take something away from this podcast. Until next time and with love, namaste.

I just released the most in-depth meditation course for beginner & intermediate practitioners! You can purchase MEDITATION 101: A Guide to Build & Deepen Your At Home Practice right now on my website!

If you live in Hamilton, ON or the surrounding area and are interested in private yoga & meditation sessions, contact me!

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On last weeks episode I shared an educational intro into Japa Meditation. So this week I thought I should provide what can be called the non-traditional form of Japa, that being Repetition Meditation. This meditation style revolves around repeating a positive word or affirmation that aligns with how you feel or a feeling you are trying to evoke in the moment. Often practiced by repeating this word or phrase as you inhale and then again as you exhale. Using the repetition as a focus point to bring your mind back when it inevitably wanders.

To aid with your practice, I have created a FREE Meditation Journal which is available down below if you are looking for a digital resource to assist you. If you would like a physical resource I also have my complete book on the practice of meditation available for purchase on my website (link below).

I hope this practice finds you well and thank you for allowing me to share it with you. Namaste.

I just released the most in-depth meditation course for beginner & intermediate practitioners! You can purchase MEDITATION 101: How to Build & Deepen Your At Home Practice right now on my website!

If you live in Hamilton, ON or the surrounding area and are interested in private yoga & meditation sessions, contact me!

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My personal meditation practice consists almost solely of Japa meditation. So on this weeks podcast episode I take you through a complete rundown of the practice: what it is, how to practice it and an introduction to the world of mantras. It is such a wonderful practice that I have connected with very deeply since first being introduced to it over a year ago. If this is your first experience with Japa, I hope this serves to be a good stepping stone into the practice and piques your curiosity.

I also have a FREE Japa Meditation Journal available down below as well if you are looking for a resource for your own practice.

Please leave a review on iTunes if you happen to enjoy this episode, helps me reach more people and spread the practice of meditation.

I hope this episode finds you well and I thank you for allowing me to share it with you.

Namaste.

I just released the most in-depth meditation course for beginner & intermediate practitioners! You can purchase MEDITATION 101: How to Build & Deepen Your At Home Practice right now on my website!

If you live in Hamilton, ON or the surrounding area and are interested in private yoga & meditation sessions, contact me!

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Present moment or mindfulness meditation is the style of meditation we explore this week. The focus of this style of meditation is to completely immerse yourself in the present moment and try not to be pulled into the past or the future by the fluctuations of the mind. Notice the sounds around you, feelings in the body, observe thoughts as they arise, do not cast judgement, and just experience true presence.

Please leave a review on iTunes if you happen to enjoy this episode, helps me reach more people and spread the practice of meditation.

I hope this practice finds you well and thank you for allowing me to share it with you. Namaste.

I just released the most in-depth meditation course for beginner & intermediate practitioners! You can purchase MEDITATION 101: How to Build & Deepen Your At Home Practice right now on my website!

If you live in Hamilton, ON or the surrounding area and are interested in private yoga & meditation sessions, contact me!

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This episode is a quick guided meditation that is easeful and accessible for all levels of practitioner. It is a perfect practice for when you are short on time or don't feel sitting for a longer meditation.

I hope this practice finds you well and thank you for allowing me to share it with you.

Namaste!

I just released the most in-depth meditation course for beginner & intermediate practitioners! You can purchase MEDITATION 101: How to Build & Deepen Your At Home Practice right now on my website!

If you live in Hamilton, ON or the surrounding area and are interested in private yoga & meditation sessions, contact me!

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On this episode I am sharing my current complete daily advanced meditation practice. It includes the chanting of mantras, the practice of kapalabhati & anuloma viloma (alternate nostril breathing), various awareness exercises and an option for japa or breath awareness meditation. It is recommended that you be familiar with the pranayama practices included and to be able to remain seated comfortably for at least 45 minutes before doing this meditation.

If you are looking to improve your hip mobility —which will allow you to sit comfortably for longer periods of time— then check out this 45 minute hip mobility & flexibility practice.

I hope this practice finds you well. Much Love.

Namaste!

I just released the most in-depth meditation course for beginner & intermediate practitioners! You can purchase MEDITATION 101: How to Build & Deepen Your At Home Practice right now on my website!

If you live in Hamilton, ON or the surrounding area and are interested in private yoga & meditation sessions, contact me!

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This is the second interview in a 3 part series on the 'Into Stillness' podcast with my greatest mentors in life to celebrate the release of my new complete course ‘Meditation 101’. On this episode of the podcast I am truly blessed to have on Lauren Eckstrom! She is the very first yoga teacher in my life that really inspired me to dive deeper into the practice and eventually to become a yoga teacher myself. On this episode we discuss the role of the teacher, how becoming a mother has affected her meditation practice, the vipassana experience & much more.

Please check her out on instagram (@laureneckstrom) and also check out Inner Dimension TV for a complete online yoga experience! Brought to you by Lauren and Travis Eliot (@realtraviseliot). I truly hope you enjoy this episode of the podcast. I am pretty new to interviewing and was definitely a little nervous. Coming up next we have a conversation with Dylan Werner!

If you are interested in my brand new course on meditation, you can purchase MEDITATION 101: How to Build & Deepen Your At Home Practice right now on my website!

If you live in Hamilton, ON or the surrounding area and are interested in private yoga & meditation sessions, contact me!

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In this episode we move through a basic pranayama sequence consisting of kalapabhati & anuloma viloma (alternate nostril breathing). It is recommended you understand the basics of each breathing exercise for this practice but other than that this is a beginner pranayama practice that is accessible for all levels of practitioner.

This is the perfect sequence to perform in the morning before a meditation practice as it works to cleanse the airways and balance both sides of the body (ida & pingala, sun & moon, ha & tha energies).

I hope this practice finds you well.

Namaste!

If you are interested in meditation, you can sign up to be notified of the release of my brand new course Meditation 101: How to Build & Deepen Your At Home Practice right now on my website! The most in depth meditation course for beginners and it comes out on October 3rd.

If you live in Hamilton, ON or the surrounding area and are interested in private yoga & meditation sessions, contact me!

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This is the first interview in a 3 part series with my greatest mentors in the practice of meditation to coincide with the release of my new course. On this episode of the podcast I am truly blessed to have on Daniel Rama & Shakti! Two of my greatest teachers and true friends. We discuss their journey into the practice of meditation, what it’s like sharing a meditation practice together, the science of asana, japa meditation and more. They are a wealth of information when it comes to meditation and the practice of yoga.

Please check them out on instagram (@danielrama_ @shaktibird_) and also check out the @becomingbalance app on IOS and Android.

I truly hope you enjoy this episode of the podcast. I am completely new to interviewing and was definitely very nervous for this one. Coming up next we have conversations with Lauren Eckstrom and Dylan Werner!

If you are interested in my brand new course on meditation, you can sign up to be notified of the release of Meditation 101: How to Build & Deepen Your At Home Practice right now on my website!

Sign up right here! To be notified of the release of Meditation 101.

If you live in Hamilton, ON or the surrounding area and are interested in private yoga & meditation sessions, contact me!

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