Peace & Mind

special bookstore in Ashland, Oregon while I talk about what makes this place unique: its focus on mystical and spiritual books, its calm atmosphere, and its slow-living aesthetic. During the painting, I share why this bookstore feels different from regular shops and recommend books that are great for learning meditation and understanding Buddhist philosophy. If you enjoy watching my painting proc...

In this episode, we reflect on the paradox of artificial intelligence: how the same tool can either help us or destroy us. We talk about ethics, the Buddha’s teaching, and the responsibility to use technology with wisdom. We consider how to support the collective good and take responsibility for the small, concrete decisions through which the future is also shaped. Suscribe to the newsletter: http...

This is a quiet reflection on mindfulness, slow living, meditation practice, art, awareness, and the courage to live with intention instead of habit. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, creatively blocked, or caught in the rush of everyday life, this video is an invitation to pause, breathe, and come back to yourself. Topics in this episode include meditation, living with awareness,...

n this guided meditation for tired and overwhelmed moms, I invite you to pause, breathe, and come back to yourself. This Mother’s Day special is a gentle space to release stress, soften the body, calm the mind, and reconnect with a sense of inner peace. If you’ve been holding a lot, giving a lot, and feeling mentally or emotionally exhausted, this practice is here to offer you a few minutes of res...

I spent some time sketching in nature and letting myself slow down, just observing small details and being present with what I was seeing. Later, I brought that same feeling back with me and started refreshing my space, making small changes to invite a bit of spring indoors. This turned into a gentle art studio makeover, reshaping my environment to feel more calm, light, and inspiring. This video...

A slow journey from South Lake Tahoe, visiting Emerald Bay and Angora Lakes while spending time sketching in nature. This episode follows a quiet journey through these landscapes, where I pause to observe, walk, and draw what I see. Sketching becomes a way of being present with the environment rather than trying to capture it, allowing the experience of place to unfold naturally. A gentle slow liv...

🎨 Watch the playlist for the upcoming videos of the series here: [insert playlist link]🌿 Join my newsletter for updates and inspiration: http://eepurl.com/bMFtmz Join my Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/almaayon I spent a full week camping by the quiet shores of Fallen Leaf Lake in Lake Tahoe, surrounded by pine trees, fresh mountain air, and the rhythm of nature. During those slow days, I sketc...

In this short episode, I explore a powerful teaching from the Lamrim tradition that outlines the three levels of Buddhist practitioners: beginner, intermediate, and advanced. But what really makes the difference between them? It’s not knowledge, technique, or even time—it’s motivation. Whether you're just starting to meditate or have been on the path for years, this reflection invites you to r...

Record Your Life in a Sketchbook, with Drawings, and Writing ✍️✨ Transform every moment into a meaningful experience through creative journaling. A sketchbook is not just a place to capture ideas but a powerful tool to observe more mindfully, connect with the present, and express your creativity without judgment. Drawing and writing help you capture emotions, landscapes, and memories in a unique...

Look back at your year and celebrate the meaningful moments. Close a cicle and keep the lessons you learned. Receive the New Year 2025 with an open heart. Suscribe to the newsletter: http://eepurl.com/bMFtmz Prints for sale https://dreamlike.us/prints/ Original watercolors for sale https://ko-fi.com/alma/shop Order a watercolor http://ko-fi.com/alma/commissions Website Watercolors and notebooks: h...

Experience deep relaxation in just 8 minutes with this guided meditation focused on mindfulness of breathing and the 5 sensory fields. This session will help you cultivate presence, reduce stress, and promote inner calm. Perfect for beginners or anyone seeking a moment of peace, this meditation guides you through breath awareness and sensory mindfulness to enhance your well-being. Use this quick m...

An exploration to the archeological site of Xochicalco, an ancient civilization. Leave your comments on Youtube ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@AlmaAyon Every week we have guided meditation, talk and discussion.   Register here: https://forms.gle/9Wd6wRr2YRc9vD457 Suscribe to my newsletter: http://eepurl.com/bMFtmz More meditations and tools: http://contemplarte.org/en Join our community: https://www.fa...

Meditation is a holistic practice that engages the entire body, allowing us to cultivate awareness and harmony within ourselves. As we settle into a comfortable position, we begin by grounding ourselves through the sensations of our feet touching the floor or the support of a chair. With each breath, we invite a gentle relaxation to flow through our limbs, releasing tension from our shoulders, arm...

Self-referential meditation, developed by Jacobo Grinberg, and the Vipassana technique from Buddhism share a common focus on inner observation and mindfulness, though they differ in methodology and specific approach. While self-referential meditation centers on the holistic integration of the self through the observation of thoughts, emotions, and sensations, Vipassana emphasizes the observation o...

There's something incredibly soothing about sitting down with a cup of tea and a blank sketchbook page, ready to let your creativity flow. I've embraced the art of slow living, finding inspiration in the peaceful practice of filling my sketchbook with a blend of journaling, drawings, and stamped designs. Inspired by the minimalism of sumi-e—though I’m no expert—I’ve discovered that incorpo...

Living Slowly, or Slow Living, is a movement that more and more people are adopting. Find out what it is and if it's something that could significantly change your life. Prints for sale https://alma-ayon.pixels.com Original watercolors for sale https://ko-fi.com/alma/shop Order a watercolor http://ko-fi.com/alma/commissions Tutorials ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/alma Patreon: https://www.patreon.c...

I experienced the total solar eclipse from the shores of a tranquil lake in Mexico, where I found inspiration to paint while contemplating this unique natural phenomenon. The connection with nature in that specific setting led me to explore how art and meditation can intertwine, offering an introspective and creative experience that I captured in my work. Prints for sale https://alma-ayon.pixels.c...

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Through my walks in nature this autumn, I learned valuable lessons about life and about myself. Contemplating the forest gave me peace; painting the autumn leaves became a moving meditation, each brushstroke a reflection on the ephemeral beauty of existence. Watching the river, with its constant flow, reminded me that change is the only constant in life. This journey and learning became my persona...

Meditation in Buddhist philosophy deeply explores the Three Characteristics of Reality, also known as the Three Marks of Existence: impermanence (anicca), suffering or unsatisfactoriness (dukkha), and non-self (anatta). Impermanence highlights the transient nature of all things, where every phenomenon is in a constant state of flux. Suffering or unsatisfactoriness is the acknowledgment that life i...

In this vlog I share my morning routine that begins around 5 in the morning, and in which I incorporate meditation, yoga, workout and painting, and share a bit about my life as an artist and meditation teacher. I hope this inspires you to make time for the things that are most important in your life. Upcoming human figure drawing workshop with the model Aileen Kent who appears in this video. We wi...

Single-pointed attention meditation and mindfulness are two complementary approaches to cultivating presence and mental well-being. While one-pointed attention focuses on keeping the mind fixed on a single object, such as the breath or a mantra, to develop concentration and calm, mindfulness involves an open, non-judgmental awareness of present experiences. Both techniques teach us to be completel...

How Karma works? Karma in Buddhism is the intriguing law of cause and effect that shapes your life based on your actions. Good decisions reward you with positive experiences, while bad ones have repercussions. Ever wonder how karma impacts your journey through life and even future incarnations? It's more than just "what goes around, comes around." Every week we have online group for...

In this guided meditation, we scan our body to reach a deep relaxation and connect with our breathing, to then practice mindfulness, and cultivate presence while we rest. Leave your comments on youtube ⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/AlmaAyonArtMeditations⁠ Every week we have guided meditation, talk and discussion.   Register here: https://forms.gle/9Wd6wRr2YRc9vD457 Suscribe to my newsletter: http://e...