Meditations with Vanessa

By vanessanollyoga

Alternative Health

What's Meditations with Vanessa about?

Short guided meditations for real life, and all levels of practice.

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Meditations with Vanessa episodes:

06.12.2023
Ep.99: Powerful 5 Minute Affirmation Meditation
A powerful 5 minute affirmation guided meditation you can do any time of day. We work through multiple areas of the chakras, self love, and self esteem. As you go through this class the practice is in acknowledging any reactions of...
05.29.2023
Ep.98: 10 Minute Deep Sleep Guided Meditation - Military Inspired
A 10 minute meditation to do in the evening or after work for a deep and restful sleep. Set an intention that this time is for you to relax, and enjoy! Support the podcast by ‘buying me a coffee’ at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing...
05.15.2023
Ep.97: Balancing Breath - 5 Minute Meditation
A 5 minute guided breath meditation for balancing. This class guides you through a simplified version of alternate nostril breathing to create calm and balance. Support the podcast by ‘buying me a coffee’ at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and happiness! Music: I Believe...
05.01.2023
Ep.96: Grounding Gratitude Meditation to Help Counteract Fear and Panic
A 10 minute guided meditation on grounding to the earth and the present moment to counteract fear, with an ending focusing on gratitude to help the mind broaden its focus out of panic mode. Support the podcast by ‘buying me a...
04.17.2023
Ep.95: Tense, Release, and Relax Guided Meditation
A short meditation where we use the techniques of breath and body to create some relaxation and presence. Support the Podcast by ‘buying me a coffee’ at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and happiness! Music: Winter by Liborio Conti
04.03.2023
Ep.94: Bilateral Sound Meditation
A bilateral EMDR sound meditation. I guide you into and out of this meditation class where we focus on the feeling of the music. Headphones recommended, and any blankets or props you might want to get comfy! Support the Podcast by...
03.20.2023
Ep.93: Extended Savasana Meditation for After a Yoga or Workout Class (8 Minutes)
A short meditation you can do post-workout to reset and integrate. This extended savasana includes some gentle breathwork and affirmations. Support the Podcast by ‘buying me a coffee’ at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and happiness! Music: Evolving Pads by Liborio Conti
03.06.2023
Ep.92: Meditation for Deep Rest and Healing (15 Minutes)
A 15 minute healing meditation you can do for a deep sense of restfulness. Support the Podcast by ‘buying me a coffee’ at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and happiness! Music used is from zenmix.io As today's episode is on cultivating healing I'll remind...
02.20.2023
Ep.91: 5 Minute Waves of Breath Meditation for Relaxation
The perfect 5 minute daily meditation to come back to the breath and check in with yourself. This short guided meditation class focuses on breathing deeply into the chest and belly to expand and deepen the breath, and let you...
02.06.2023
Ep.90: Meditation for Anxiety and Days you Feel "Off" or Down
A 25 minute meditation for days when you're feeling anxious or just not great. Hope this class helps! Support the Podcast by ‘buying me a coffee’ at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and happiness! Music used is from Zenmix.io
01.23.2023
Ep.89: 5 Minute Breath Meditation to Calm and Connect
A 5 minute guided meditation to connect to the breath and body. We'll lengthen the exhale to calm and relax the body by breathing in for 5, and out for a count of 9. If this isn't comfortable for you,...
01.13.2023
Rainbow Magic Meditation for Presence and Gratitude - Nature Series Ep. 6/6
A 20-25 minute guided meditation on the fleeting magic of rainbows! This class guides you through breathing and chakra visualization techniques to find gratitude and present moment awareness. You can now support the podcast by ‘buying me a coffee’ at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing...
01.11.2023
15 Minute Guided Wind Meditation for Peace and Calm - Nature Series Ep. 5/6
A 15 minute guided meditation on wind, gusts, and the breath. This class is all about using breathing and visualization techniques to find peace and calm. You can now support the podcast by ‘buying me a coffee’ at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace,...
01.09.2023
Waves and Water Meditation for Relaxation and Stress Relief - Nature Series Ep. 4/6
A guided meditation on waves and water. This class is all about breathing and visualization. This guided meditation can be done any time of day, but would be great for when you're ready to relax after work or before bed. You can...
01.06.2023
Flower Guided Meditation for Positivity and Self-Love - Nature Series Ep. 3/6
Flowering guided meditation on positivity, kindness, self care, and nurturing affirmations. "Be the flower" as you visualize your roots and the warmth of sunlight. Then come back to your mind and body to plant a seed of kindness, and watch...
01.04.2023
15 Minute Forest Meditation for Peace and Calm - Nature Series Ep. 2/6
15 minute guided meditation on forests, trees, and grasses. This peaceful meditation class takes you through gentle movement, grounding, and centring practices. Use this class as a chance to let go, breathe deep, and find a sense of calm and...
01.02.2023
15 Minute Rock and Crystal Guided Meditation - Nature Series Ep. 1/6
15 minute guided meditation on rocks and crystals. This class is all about grounding and visualization meditation practices. If you're big on crystals, try to take this meditation with a "beginner's mind" - rather than knowledge, this class is about...
12.29.2022
Bedtime Stories: The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle, with Vanessa
Tonight's holiday bedtime story is "The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle" from The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes, by Arthur Conan Doyle. In this, our final relaxing Christmas story of 2022, the classic duo of Sherlock and Watson follow up on...
12.27.2022
Bedtime Stories: The Emperor's New Clothes, with Taylor from OverAchievers
Tonight's story is "The Emperor's New Clothes" by Hans Christian Andersen. A classic fairy tale about an emperor who loves clothes, even those with magical properties. While this story isn't overly related to Christmas, it's a fun one related to...
12.25.2022
Bedtime Stories: A Letter from Santa Claus
"A Letter from Santa Claus" was written by Mark Twain to his children on Christmas. In this letter Santa writes to Susy Clemens on Christmas morning regarding clarification about the gift she's asked for. I hope you'll all enjoy this story...
12.23.2022
Bedtime Stories: The Elves and the Shoemaker, with Vanessa
Tonight I read you "The Elves and the Shoemaker", a classic fairytale by the Brothers Grimm, about some mysterious little helpers who have an interesting reaction to their own Christmas gift. Wishing you a restful sleep, and happy holidays! - If you like...
12.21.2022
Bedtime Stories: The Tailor of Gloucester, with Jon from Noise Berry Games
This evening's relaxing and festive bedtime story is about a tailor (and his cat Simpkin!) rushing to prepare a special Christmas day coat for the mayor of Gloucester. "The Tailor of Gloucester" by Beatrix Potter is read tonight by our returning...
12.19.2022
Ep.77: Inner Landscape - Slow Down and Sync Up Guided Meditation
A roughly 15 minute guided meditation on slowing down and becoming more in tune with both yourself and the natural environment around you. - Support the Podcast by ‘buying me a coffee’ at https://ko-fi.com/meditationswithvanessa Wishing you peace, love, and health! - Episode Music: Adrift Among Infinite...
12.05.2022
Ep.76: Simply Be - Present Moment Awareness Meditation
A short 8 to 9 minute guided present moment awareness meditation you can do any time and anywhere to become more grounded in the present moment. This quick meditation is beginner friendly and focuses on observing different feelings, senses, and thoughts...
11.21.2022
Ep.75: Soften - Stress Relief and Relaxation 15 Minute Meditation
Today I share a free 15 minute guided meditation for stress relief. This episode is all about relaxing and softening to counteract the stress we face on a day-to-day basis. The theme of softening and relaxing is applied to the breath,...
11.07.2022
Ep.74: Three Part Breathing - Easy Breathwork Guided Meditation
A super relaxing 10 to 15 minute meditation you can do lying down to release stress. This class calls for breathwork, so if you struggle with some of the holds don't worry and just make sure you're lengthening the inhales...
10.24.2022
Ep.73: 10 Minute Meditation for Opening
A 10 minute guided meditation on opening the heart, the mind, and the body. This meditation class is about opening space so that you can release, relax, and give and receive more fully in your life. Remove stress and tension...
10.10.2022
Ep.72: Simple 5 Minute Meditation to Clear Your Mind
A quick 5 minute meditation - set to music - to help those with a busy mind find a little pocket of relaxation. Enjoy! Sending peace and love. - The following music was used for this media project: Music: Sweet Romantic Oriental Piano Song...
09.26.2022
Ep.71: Meditation for Beginners - Breath and Body
A 15 minute meditation going back to the basics. This beginner meditation covers the idea of being gentle with yourself, observing the breath and body, what it means to "breathe into" part of the body, why it's often recommended to journal...
07.25.2022
Ep.70: Inviting In - Emotion Visualization Meditation
Today's 10 minute meditation is all about visualization! We'll be using visualization to invite in the emotion associated with any intentions or feelings we want more of in our lives. This class was made to follow last week's, in that...
07.18.2022
Ep.69: Coming Unstuck Guided Meditation
A 15 minute guided meditation inspired by energy flow, chakras, and reiki practices. This class includes slightly more advanced breathing and visualization practices, but I hope this class serves you in helping release any emotional or physical tension you may...
07.11.2022
Ep.68: New Years Meditation for Letting Go of the Past
"Christmas in July"? New-Years in July! Today's meditation episode is a 15 minute belated New Years special for 2022! This mindfulness class is all about taking back the power you hold in choosing what to let go of. We release...
12.25.2021
Bedtime Stories: The Velveteen Rabbit, with Vanessa
Today's holiday story is "The Velveteen Rabbit: or How Toys Become Real" by Margery Williams. A classic story about a Christmas present who learns what it means to be "real". This relaxing and magical Christmas inspired tale is told by our...
12.24.2021
Bedtime Stories: 'Twas the Night Before Christmas, with Jon from Noise Berry Games
Tonight's holiday bedtime story is "Twas the Night Before Christmas: A Visit from St. Nicholas" by Clement C. Moore. A classic tale about a Jolly fellow who delivers presents with his sleigh and reindeer. This sleepy story is told by returning...
12.23.2021
Bedtime Stories: A Christmas Carol - Part 3, with Alex and The Snake from Cover Me
The third and final part of Charles Dickens' Christmas classic, told by Alex Mildenberger and Jake "The Snake" of Cover Me Pod. One of the most theatrical tellings of our story, follow as we reach the final conclusion of this holiday...
12.22.2021
Bedtime Stories: A Christmas Carol - Part 2, with Vanessa
The second part of Charles Dickens' Christmas classic, told by yours truly. Relax, enjoy, and join us tomorrow for the third and final part of the story. Happy holidays! - Find me on instagram and facebook @vanessanollyoga, and like and subscribe to the podcast...
12.21.2021
Bedtime Stories: A Christmas Carol - Part 1, with Keshia and Bianca from "The F Word"
The first part of Charles Dickens' Christmas classic "A Christmas Carol", told by actors Keshia Cheesman and Bianca Miranda. A theatrical yet relaxing telling of the story of one old Mr. Scrooge, who learns a lesson about kindness and holiday cheer...
12.20.2021
Bedtime Stories: The Gift of the Magi, with Jon from Noise Berry Games
And so the Meditations with Vanessa Holiday Story Special begins! Today on the podcast we have special guest Jon (AKA "JaR") from Noise Berry Games reading The Gift of the Magi by O. Henry! A memorable and unique Christmas story...
12.20.2021
Ep.61: Mantra Meditation - Affirmation for Surrender and Release
The final affirmation in the mantra guided meditation series is all about surrender and faith. What can you let go of? I hope you've enjoyed this episode, and thank you so much to those of you who made it through all the...
12.13.2021
Ep.60: Mantra Meditation - Affirmation for Calming and Equanimity
The fourth in a series of short guided meditations focused on sitting with affirmations and mantras. This episode is all about cultivating a sense of calm, balance, and equanimity so that we can respond to life rather than simply reacting. I hope...
12.06.2021
Ep.59: Mantra Meditation - Affirmations for Insight and Honesty
The third mantra affirmation guided meditation in the series. Today's episode is all about meditating on the topic of insight, and being honest with not only others, but ourselves. Feel free to set aside some time after today's meditation to journal anything...
11.29.2021
Ep.58: Mantra Meditation - Affirmation for Love
Today is the second mantra and affirmation guided meditation in the mini-series! Today is all about cultivating and growing a sense of love. Love for others, self love, and a broader understanding that it is safe to love. Hope you like this...
11.22.2021
Ep.57: Mantra Meditation - Affirmation for Ease
Today we begin a weekly mini-series on the podcast! For five weeks I'll be sharing a mantra and affirmation focused meditation that you can follow along with at home, and incorporate into your week! Today we begin with an affirmation all about...
11.15.2021
Ep.56: Grow and Manifest an Intention - 10 Minute Guided Meditation
A meditation focused on creating energy flow and a good feeling at the heart centre, so we can nurture and grow the things we want to cultivate more of, and leave what doesn't serve you anymore. Try to set any limiting...
08.23.2021
Ep.55: Purpose and Inspiration Meditation
A roughly 10 minute meditation on cultivating a feeling of inspiration and/or purpose! Great for a bit of energy in the morning or afternoon, but can be done in the evenings as well to set up for the next day! Feel free...
07.12.2021
Ep.54: Relaxing and Uplifting Morning Meditation - Happiness
An 8 minute morning meditation focusing on cultivating happiness, love, and peace, so that you can carry this energy with you as you go into your day! Hope you like this one! Namaste! + This class is without music, so if you...
06.28.2021
Ep.53: 5 Minute Meditation - Let the Good in
A 5 minute guided meditation on clearing space and setting a positive intention for your day. No music in today's episode, so feel free to play your own music if you find it helpful! Namaste!
06.14.2021
Ep.52: Guided Breath Meditation - 8 Minute Deep 3D Breathwork
A quick guided breathing meditation focusing on the many directions you can move your breath. This guided meditation will help you build a foundation of focus and awareness, along with some big deep breaths to oxygenate and relax the body. Namaste! Music: Ancient...
05.31.2021
Ep.51: Present and Good - 5 Minute Meditation
A 5 minute guided meditation on awareness of the present moment, and seeing the good that is always available to us. Hope you like this simple yet powerful meditation! I'll see you at the next episode :)
05.17.2021
Ep.50: Unlearning and Spaciousness Meditation
A short guided meditation (just over 5 minutes) to create the feeling of space in both the body and mind. Open up to acceptance that there is always more to know and learn in the universe. - Music: Ebbs And Flows Preview by...

What's Meditations with Vanessa about?

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Meditations with Vanessa episodes:

Ep.99: Powerful 5 Minute Affirmation Meditation

Ep.98: 10 Minute Deep Sleep Guided Meditation - Military Inspired

Ep.97: Balancing Breath - 5 Minute Meditation

Ep.96: Grounding Gratitude Meditation to Help Counteract Fear and Panic

Ep.95: Tense, Release, and Relax Guided Meditation

Ep.94: Bilateral Sound Meditation

Ep.93: Extended Savasana Meditation for After a Yoga or Workout Class (8 Minutes)

Ep.92: Meditation for Deep Rest and Healing (15 Minutes)

Ep.91: 5 Minute Waves of Breath Meditation for Relaxation

Ep.90: Meditation for Anxiety and Days you Feel "Off" or Down

Ep.89: 5 Minute Breath Meditation to Calm and Connect

Rainbow Magic Meditation for Presence and Gratitude - Nature Series Ep. 6/6

15 Minute Guided Wind Meditation for Peace and Calm - Nature Series Ep. 5/6

Waves and Water Meditation for Relaxation and Stress Relief - Nature Series Ep. 4/6

Flower Guided Meditation for Positivity and Self-Love - Nature Series Ep. 3/6

15 Minute Forest Meditation for Peace and Calm - Nature Series Ep. 2/6

15 Minute Rock and Crystal Guided Meditation - Nature Series Ep. 1/6

Bedtime Stories: The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle, with Vanessa

Bedtime Stories: The Emperor's New Clothes, with Taylor from OverAchievers

Bedtime Stories: A Letter from Santa Claus

Bedtime Stories: The Elves and the Shoemaker, with Vanessa

Bedtime Stories: The Tailor of Gloucester, with Jon from Noise Berry Games

Ep.77: Inner Landscape - Slow Down and Sync Up Guided Meditation

Ep.76: Simply Be - Present Moment Awareness Meditation

Ep.75: Soften - Stress Relief and Relaxation 15 Minute Meditation

Ep.74: Three Part Breathing - Easy Breathwork Guided Meditation

Ep.73: 10 Minute Meditation for Opening

Ep.72: Simple 5 Minute Meditation to Clear Your Mind

Ep.71: Meditation for Beginners - Breath and Body

Ep.70: Inviting In - Emotion Visualization Meditation

Ep.69: Coming Unstuck Guided Meditation

Ep.68: New Years Meditation for Letting Go of the Past

Bedtime Stories: The Velveteen Rabbit, with Vanessa

Bedtime Stories: 'Twas the Night Before Christmas, with Jon from Noise Berry Games

Bedtime Stories: A Christmas Carol - Part 3, with Alex and The Snake from Cover Me

Bedtime Stories: A Christmas Carol - Part 2, with Vanessa

Bedtime Stories: A Christmas Carol - Part 1, with Keshia and Bianca from "The F Word"

Bedtime Stories: The Gift of the Magi, with Jon from Noise Berry Games

Ep.61: Mantra Meditation - Affirmation for Surrender and Release

Ep.60: Mantra Meditation - Affirmation for Calming and Equanimity

Ep.59: Mantra Meditation - Affirmations for Insight and Honesty

Ep.58: Mantra Meditation - Affirmation for Love

Ep.57: Mantra Meditation - Affirmation for Ease

Ep.56: Grow and Manifest an Intention - 10 Minute Guided Meditation

Ep.55: Purpose and Inspiration Meditation

Ep.54: Relaxing and Uplifting Morning Meditation - Happiness

Ep.53: 5 Minute Meditation - Let the Good in

Ep.52: Guided Breath Meditation - 8 Minute Deep 3D Breathwork

Ep.51: Present and Good - 5 Minute Meditation

Ep.50: Unlearning and Spaciousness Meditation

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