Meditation for Moms

Guide: Katie Krimitsos

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All is well.

All is clear. 

All is within me,

To live life right here. 

PAUSE

Possibilities appear,

Fireworks in the sky.

I stand here in awe.

Knowing I can fly. 

PAUSE

It requires I release,

The old versions of me. 

Strip away the past,

And let me fly free. 

PAUSE

Fall, fall, fall away,

Old stories that keep me bound.

Breathe, breathe, breathe them out,

The process is profound. 

PAUSE

All is well. 

All is sweet.

All is within me.

I am complete. 

LONG PAUSE

When pain comes around,

Tapping on my door.

It wants me to say yes to,

The comfort it's given before. 

PAUSE

But why would I want it, 

This pain that grabs at me? 

Because it keeps me safe,

Affirms an identity. 

PAUSE

But if I’m willing to let go,

Of everything I’ve been,

The pain can move through me,

Be part of my evolution.

PAUSE

So slow, slow, slow it down,

Open up more space.

Let go of past and future,

This moment is mine to embrace.

All is well.

All is energy.

All is within me,

To create and be. 

LONG PAUSE

In this space of nothingness,

Potential vibrates and sings.

Now it’s up to me,

To breathe life into my dreams. 

PAUSE

I focus on my thoughts,

On everything I desire.

My body and emotions,

Raise the vibration higher.

PAUSE

I set my intentions,

One with my what and why.

Then I hand over the how,

To the magic of the Divine.

PAUSE

I go about my day,

Like my dreams are here.

Their inevitability,

Dissolves all the fear.

PAUSE

And wouldn’t you know, 

Those fireworks of possibilities,

Begin to take shape,

Dreams manifest with ease.

PAUSE

No longer do I fight.

No longer do I fear.

I can create anything,

When I live right here. 

Namaste, Beautiful

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Guide: Tina Conroy

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Welcome, dear women, to the sacred space of The Inner Call. Today, we embark on a journey of self-discovery, intuition, and connection with our higher selves. Let us dive deep into the wellspring of our inner wisdom and explore the profound mysteries that lie within……..PAUSE

Calling forth your spirit, spirit guides and inner knowing. To guide you, protect you and surround you. Place any intentions at this time…..and so it is and so be it.

 Find a comfortable position, lying down, gently close your eyes, and take a deep breath, allowing your body and mind to relax.

As we begin, let us bring our awareness to our breath, the ever-present rhythm of life. Inhale deeply, drawing in pure, revitalizing energy, and exhale, releasing any tension or worries…….. PAUSE

Feel your breath flowing effortlessly, grounding you in this present moment…..PAUSE

Now, envision yourself surrounded by a soft, radiant light. This light represents your higher self, the divine essence within you, guiding and supporting you on your path…PAUSE

 Feel its presence enveloping you, nurturing your spirit and filling you with love and tranquility.

Take a moment to connect with your intuition, that gentle whisper from deep within your being……..Trust in its wisdom and allow it to lead you on this inner journey….PAUSE

 Feel its gentle nudges and subtle messages, guiding you towards your true purpose and calling in life…..

Imagine yourself standing in a lush, serene garden, bathed in the golden light of the sun. 

As you walk through this garden, notice the vibrant colors and delicate scents of the flowers.

 Each blossom represents an aspect of your unique life purpose…..PAUSE

 Allow yourself to be drawn to the flower that resonates most deeply with your soul.

As you approach this flower, feel a profound connection. 

You and this flower are intertwined, both part of the same universal tapestry. 

Ask the flower to reveal its wisdom to you, and listen with an open heart………PAUSE

 Let the essence of the flower infuse you, filling you with clarity and inspiration.

Now, let us turn our attention to energy healing. 

Visualize a beautiful, glowing ball of light at the top of your head…, your crown center. 

This is the source of your inner healing energy. With each breath, feel this ball of light expanding, growing brighter and warmer.

As you exhale, imagine this healing energy radiating outwards, flowing through your body, and extending beyond, into the world around you. 

See it bathing every cell, healing and rejuvenating you on all levels—physically, emotionally, and spiritually.

 Allow this healing energy to dissolve any blocks or barriers, creating a clear and open channel for your life purpose to manifest.

Take a moment to be in this expanded state of connection, love, and healing.

 Bask in the beauty and wisdom that resides within you……..

 Trust in your intuition, your higher self, and the limitless power of your purpose…..PAUSE

I will leave you here…until you hear my voice again….LONG PAUSE

 Know that you are a magnificent being, capable of transforming your life and the lives of those around you.

When you are ready, slowly bring your awareness back to your physical body. Feel the sensation of the ground beneath you, the air on your skin, and the beating of your heart. ..

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How do you feel when you wake up in the morning lately? 

I’ve noticed that I wake up under the weight of a never-ending task list. I spend my mornings in my head, organizing, prioritizing and putting life’s puzzle pieces together. 

I get a lot of satisfaction out of this. (Anyone else’s brain work like tetris?)

But, I’ve noticed that there’s an undercurrent of anxiety here. Kinda like, if I keep checking things off this task list, “it” won’t get me. I can keep “it” at bay. 

What is “it?”

I’m not too sure yet.  

But what I do know is that there are a lot of moving parts in my life right now. (You too?). Many big things in transition. So, perhaps my tetris brain feels some sense of control as all these things are on the move.  

Perhaps this in and of itself is fine, but what about the underlying worry? 

It’s like I’m watching an artist painting a mural and I’m unsure of how the big, red stroke of color she just made fits in. I can’t see the larger picture.  

So I worry.  

I let anxiety pool up inside my mind and body and fret about each brushstroke. I seem to forget that I can just sit back and trust that the artist will create the most magical masterpiece.

That I can surrender to the flow of the process. 

And I forget that I am the artist.  

And that I am creating this vision with the Universe.

Can you think of an area of your life where you are in the energy of worry lately?

What are you always trying to control? What are you always trying to organize? 

Now breathe…

How can you invite in more trust? 

How can you loosen your grip on all the details? 

Trust the process.

Trust yourself. 

Trust the flow. 

Trust in the divine purpose of it all. 

And how does that make you feel?

Today I’m making a few declarations, commitments to myself, and you’re welcome to join in with me if it feels right for you.

I choose to pause each morning and become aware of my energy. 

I choose to remember who I am, so that I may move through my day aligned. 

I choose to follow what feels good, and trust my intuition. 

I choose to remember that I am the painter…the creator of my life. Each color, each brushstroke is up to me. 

I choose to let go of the energy of worry and surrender to the energy of trust. 

I would love to know what this brings up for you and how it applies to your life right now.  

And, I would really appreciate you sharing your reviews on Apple Podcasts…let me know what meditations you loved, and perhaps some meditations you’d like more of.  

I love you. 

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Close your eyes,

letting all the 

work and stress and noise 

of the day

just fall away.

LONG PAUSE

Now, shift your focus 

yo your breath,

and as you do,

notice that each breath

you take

relaxes you more deeply.

LONG PAUSE

As you relax,

feel any area of your body

that’s holding stress

give way to relaxation.

LONG PAUSE

Now, imagine sitting outside

with a slight chill in the air.

You’re stretched out

on a lounger

with a dying fire 

in front of you.

PAUSE

The embers of the fire

glow in and out,

and every now and then,

a piece of wood falls

deeper into the fire,

with ashes and light

Bursting forth.

PAUSE

Marshmallows and chocolate bars

rest on another chair,

a reminder of the sticky sweet treats

you enjoyed earlier.

PAUSE

The last life of the fire crackles

in relaxing tones, 

sometimes louder,

sometimes softer,

a melody of tranquility

PAUSE

A breeze adds an extra nip

to the air,

and so you drape 

a fuzzy blanket over your shoulders.

PAUSE

Sitting back,

gazing at the fire,

you sip a cup of tea 

brewed with lavender and chamomile.

PAUSE

The tea relaxes and calms

any nerves or stress

in your body.

It warms you

to the perfect temperature,

balancing the brisk air around you.

PAUSE

An incredible sense of 

comfort and safety

envelopes you,

as if all is well with you

and with the Universe.

PAUSE

You take a deep breath

letting the security and tranquility

expand within you.

There is peace and comfort

beaming from inside you.

PAUSE

You gaze at the sky,

and watch as the thousands

of stars 

look like they're moving,

and only you can see.

They’re your magic stars.

PAUSE

Deep relaxation envelopes you

wraps you in a soft blanket

of love and coziness.

PAUSE

You snuggle deeper 

into the soul of the blanket,

as a fresh chill in the air

arrives.

PAUSE

A pillow appears behind you head,

soft like a swan,

and you rest your head and neck on it,

letting the pillow gently cradle them.

PAUSE

Your eyes are heavy now,

so you close them,

and just continue listening

to the gentle sizzle and snapping

of the fire.

PAUSE

You snuggle more with the blanket,

shifting it slightly 

to find the perfect position.

PAUSE

The fire crackles again,

releasing a tiny orange flame

that shimmies and bounces

before falling back into an ember.

PAUSE

Take a breath and feel the cool air

touch your chest and core.

And as you do,

you feel the sweet weight of sleep

coming over you.

PAUSE

It’s time to rest,

by the fire,

under the stars,

cocooned in your blanket,

feeling relaxed, safe and 

deeply comfortable.

Good night. 

NAMASTE, BEAUTIFUL

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Let the joyful winds,

Lift your spirits high. 

Feel their waves of air,

Soften with a sigh. 

PAUSE

Breathe deeply now,

Let the lightness spread. 

Dissolve all the grains,

Of darkness in your head. 

PAUSE

Breathe…

Deep and slow,

And let it all go. 

Breathe…

Soft and low,

And ease into flow. 

LONG PAUSE

When all the clutter clears,

And all the thoughts fade,

A space opens up,

Clarity comes your way. 

PAUSE

All that was loud,

And demanded energy,

Begins to quiet down,

As you begin to see. 

PAUSE

Slowly what appears,

And expands within your sight,

Are the millions of blessings,

That make your life so bright. 

PAUSE

Breathe them in,

Down, down deep. 

Let them fill you,

More and more to reap. 

LONG PAUSE

Gratitude fills you up,

As each grain of goodness,

Piles up and gathers,

Overflows you with fullness. 

PAUSE

And soon you feel more grounded, 

The sun shines just for you.

The wind, the trees and oceans,

Are clear within your view. 

PAUSE

Your smile spreads, 

Your troubles fade,

And soon you realize,

That gratitude slowly, 

Brings you home,

To all that is alive. 

LONG PAUSE

But how can we feel grateful,

When others are in such pain?

How can we feel thankful,

When such suffering remains?

PAUSE

Come inside and remember,

We’re connected to each other.

When one of us is hurting,

We can give love to one another. 

PAUSE

When gratitude runs deep within,

We’re humble and open wide. 

We give our love more freely,

And others feel our light. 

PAUSE

So let the winds of thanks,

Emerge from deep within.

So they can spread the seeds,

Of love in which we swim. 

Namaste, Beautiful

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Settle your head on the pillow,

Pull a soft blanket right to your chin.

Swaddle yourself as best you can,

And let the night’s comfort begin.

PAUSE…

When was the last time you felt secure,

Completely safe, warm, and content?

It’s odd that we think we outgrow those things,

That we no longer need what they represent.

PAUSE…

At our core, we’ll always be children,

No matter what age we reach.

Even if we become parents as well,

We continue to learn what we teach.

PAUSE…

The lessons don’t always come equally,

And some you might never learn at all.

But others affect your very survival,

Protecting you from a fall.

PAUSE…

First, you deserve to know you’re loved,

To know you’re worth the effort.

And even if you’re the one caring for you,

It’s okay to tend to what hurts.

PAUSE…

It’s also okay to speak your mind,

To get your struggles off your chest.

To sleep a calm and restful sleep,

Unencumbered by life’s distress.

PAUSE…

You deserve to feel like you matter.

You deserve the chance to thrive.

You deserve to know anything’s possible,

And you deserve to keep hope alive.

PAUSE…

Perhaps you have someone to tell you these things,

A partner, a sibling, a friend.

But even if your life has vacancies,

You have a life-force on which to depend. 

PAUSE…

If you let it, your spirit will care for you,

Reminding you what you once knew.

Your essence is there to guide you back home,

And to point out what will always be true.

PAUSE…

Your spirit is what keeps you safe,

Planting signs along the way.

It becomes your lifelong nurturer,

If you listen to what it has to say.

Take a breath and hear that voice, the quiet truth within.

Breathe out and feel the peace it brings, let it soothe your mind to sleep.

LONG PAUSE…

Think about how, so long ago,

Loving arms might have carried you to bed.

They gently lowered you, then tucked you in,

Pressing a sweet kiss to your head.

PAUSE…

Dig deep to remember that feeling,

That perfect, carefree moment.

Practice conjuring it up, every night,

Pull that safe feeling back into your present.

PAUSE…

Think about other special acts,

Rituals of younger days.

The perfect pjs, a favorite story,

Little jokes and loving displays.

PAUSE…

Picture the grown-up version of these,

Both playful acts and those of self-care.

Imagine each evening unfolding that way,

Loving habits your young self can share.

PAUSE…

It’s not silly to want to end the day well,

Not childish or selfish or strange.

Learning to tuck yourself in for the night,

Can only reflect positive change.

PAUSE…

Perhaps you’ll start to sleep like a baby.

Maybe you’ll wake up with a smile.

Maybe you’ll start to look forward to bedtime,

To the chance to unplug for a while.

PAUSE…

By now, you know what a challenge it is,

To live life as a full-fledged adult.

Maybe the reason we all struggle so much,

Is our refusal to admit we need help.

PAUSE…

You might not need the predictable type,

More like a boost for the soul.

And if childhood routines can help you find joy,

Then they certainly have their role.

PAUSE…

Let your mind wander through your past,

Allow it to slip back in time.

For a few sweet and lovely minutes,

Let those memories shine.

Breathe in as you picture a littler you, capture that hopeful delight.

Breathe out as you search for hints of that child, hold onto them once they’re in sight. 

LONG PAUSE…

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Close your eyes,

letting all the 

work and stress and noise 

of the day

just fall away.

LONG PAUSE

Now, shift your focus 

yo your breath,

and as you do,

notice that each breath

you take

relaxes you more deeply.

LONG PAUSE

As you relax,

feel any area of your body

that’s holding stress

give way to relaxation.

LONG PAUSE

Now, imagine sitting outside

with a slight chill in the air.

You’re stretched out

on a lounger

with a dying fire 

in front of you.

PAUSE

The embers of the fire

glow in and out,

and every now and then,

a piece of wood falls

deeper into the fire,

with ashes and light

Bursting forth.

PAUSE

Marshmallows and chocolate bars

rest on another chair,

a reminder of the sticky sweet treats

you enjoyed earlier.

PAUSE

The last life of the fire crackles

in relaxing tones, 

sometimes louder,

sometimes softer,

a melody of tranquility

PAUSE

A breeze adds an extra nip

to the air,

and so you drape 

a fuzzy blanket over your shoulders.

PAUSE

Sitting back,

gazing at the fire,

you sip a cup of tea 

brewed with lavender and chamomile.

PAUSE

The tea relaxes and calms

any nerves or stress

in your body.

It warms you

to the perfect temperature,

balancing the brisk air around you.

PAUSE

An incredible sense of 

comfort and safety

envelopes you,

as if all is well with you

and with the Universe.

PAUSE

You take a deep breath

letting the security and tranquility

expand within you.

There is peace and comfort

beaming from inside you.

PAUSE

You gaze at the sky,

and watch as the thousands

of stars 

look like they're moving,

and only you can see.

They’re your magic stars.

PAUSE

Deep relaxation envelopes you

wraps you in a soft blanket

of love and coziness.

PAUSE

You snuggle deeper 

into the soul of the blanket,

as a fresh chill in the air

arrives.

PAUSE

A pillow appears behind you head,

soft like a swan,

and you rest your head and neck on it,

letting the pillow gently cradle them.

PAUSE

Your eyes are heavy now,

so you close them,

and just continue listening

to the gentle sizzle and snapping

of the fire.

PAUSE

You snuggle more with the blanket,

shifting it slightly 

to find the perfect position.

PAUSE

The fire crackles again,

releasing a tiny orange flame

that shimmies and bounces

before falling back into an ember.

PAUSE

Take a breath and feel the cool air

touch your chest and core.

And as you do,

you feel the sweet weight of sleep

coming over you.

PAUSE

It’s time to rest,

by the fire,

under the stars,

cocooned in your blanket,

feeling relaxed, safe and 

deeply comfortable.

Good night. 

NAMASTE, BEAUTIFUL

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Guide: Katie Krimitsos

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With just a single breath…

You can touch the space,

That pulses with magic inside. 

With just a single breath…

You can connect to,

All the Universe provides. 

LONG PAUSE

So let yourself fall,

Into the stream, 

The movement of breath in and out. 

Let yourself go,

And trust in the flow,

That weaves its way throughout. 

LONG PAUSE

Now see if you find,

What floats in your mind,

All those thoughts can release. 

Let them enter the stream,

Of your breath exiting,

And feel your inhale bring peace. 

LONG PAUSE

Each part of your body,

Relaxes and melts,

The tension has faded away.

What’s holding you up,

Is soft, yet firm,

Allowing you to be here today.

LONG PAUSE

Let gratitude fill,

Each inhale right now,

As time stands still for you.

You realize that now,

This moment right here,

Is all that exists and is true. 

LONG PAUSE

You’re filled with a wave,

Of freshness and love,

You see all the beauty around.

You see all the magic,

The energies collide,

You see that your life is profound. 

LONG PAUSE

So breathe in again,

And this time, smile wide,

Let all that’s been heavy dissolve.

You get to choose,

How you’ll live this day,

So choose to love and evolve. 

PAUSE

With just a single breath…

You can touch the space,

That pulses with magic inside. 

With just a single breath…

You can connect to,

All the Universe provides. 

Namaste, Beautiful

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When the tension is rising,

My body and mind are tight.

I come here seeking patience,

To release the heavy fight. 

PAUSE

What I want so desperately,

Is not coming easily.

I try and try and try again,

Angry I can’t control when. 

PAUSE

It’s not here right now, 

Why not, why not? 

My brain is exploding,

Tied in a twisted knot. 

PAUSE

Make this feeling fade,

Take this strain away. 

Open a space for more,

I can’t take it anymore. 

PAUSE

Now breathe…

I hear my soul request.

Just breathe…

There’s no need to be so stressed. 

LONG PAUSE

I slowly let my mind,

Detach from what I desire.

The outcomes, the lifestyle,

The things I want to acquire. 

PAUSE

I release controlling hands,

My attachment to these things.

Then watch them float away,

Feel the calmness it brings. 

PAUSE

As breath fills the space,

That felt so tight before.

I feel myself unfolding, 

Creating space for more. 

LONG PAUSE

It’s not here right now, 

I know, I know. 

But now I can see options,

There’s room for me to grow. 

PAUSE

Make this feeling last,

Calm patience has amassed.

The tightness has been cleared.

And more love has appeared.

Namaste, Beautiful

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Hey, it’s Katie and I’m here for a mid-month check in. How are you? How’s your month coming along? How’s your mental health? 

We’re well into Mental Health Awareness Month and I hope you’ve really been enjoying all the bonus and guest meditations we’ve been providing across the network. The team and I have been working hard to make sure you have a wide variety of meditations and voices to support you! 

I’m sharing honestly today about why we need to “slow down to speed up” and what that’s actually looked like for me this month (single mommying with hubs out of town, end of school extra activities and moving!). It ain’t been pretty y'all. 

But I’m sharing because we all have these heavy seasons and I’ll walk you through what worked for me to lighten the load and helped me slow down, all in the name of preserving my mental health. 

I also share a poem/meditation I wrote recently called “A Million Little Reasons” that I hope really speaks to your heart. 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

1) Tuesday, May 21 is World Meditation Day! We’re celebrating with a special “World Meditation Day Meditation” going live on all our podcasts. Come meditate with us! 

2) FREE MASTERCLASS: On June 18 at 1pm est, I’ll be co-hosting a Live Masterclass with my friend JJ Flizanes called “The Roadmap to Emotional Healing.” You can find out more and sign up for free here: 

http://jjflizanes.com/wmn

Lastly, if you’re enjoying our meditations, we would be so grateful for your rating and reviews on Apple Podcasts! It always helps others just like you find us easily. 

Thank you so much for listening and I love you! 

Katie 

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