Exploring Peace Meditations

Are you ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and divine wonder? Join me, Whitney, as I guide you through this walking meditation that promises to shift your perspective and open your senses to the beautiful, unexpected, and unfamiliar aspects of your environment. Together, we'll navigate the landscape of our minds and souls, and step into that quiet place of wonder that connects our...

Experience the tranquility of stillness and explore the true power of hope in your life as Whitney leads us on a journey to discover God's gift of peace. Get comfortable, take a deep breath and allow yourself to be guided through this enlightening meditation, inspired by the calming verses of Ephesians, chapter one, verses 18 and 19, that gently encourage us to breathe in the name of God and...

Let's embark on an intimate journey with God, discovering a tranquil garden of peace and stillness within yourself.  You will be guided into a deep state of relaxation as we welcome God's loving presence and immense grace into our hearts. Together, we learn to let our breath ripple like a serene pond, and gradually bring a conscious awareness to each part of our body, surrendering into t...

How are you living in love? Are you embodying Christ's love in your daily life? Journey with Whitney as we embrace the transformative power of God's word in a contemplative listening practice through Ephesians chapter 5, verses 1 and 2. Uncover the profound beauty of God's peace as we surrender ourselves with the breath into moments of silence, tuning in to the sacred words that rev...

Take a moment to welcome God’s peace within yourself as you practice loving kindness for yourself and others. Send us a text! Support the show If you enjoy the benefits of Exploring Peace Meditations : Check out Whitney's books: With God in Every Breath , Holy Listening with Breath, Body, and the Spirit and Fully Human, Fully Divine Connect with others who support the podcast at  ExploringPea...

Sit or recline so you can breathe fully then soak in God's love and light using not only your breath but the gift of your imagination. Practice this mindful meditation to filled to overflowing with an extra dose of God's love and awaken that love and energy within you.  Send us a text! Support the show If you enjoy the benefits of Exploring Peace Meditations : Check out Whitney's bo...

You are fearfully and wonderfully made! Rest in God's love as you relax your entire being and prepare your body for a good night's sleep. The practice of Yoga Nidra invites you to a deep state of relaxation throughout your entire body. So get comfortable and savor this love-filled meditation.  Send us a text! Support the show If you enjoy the benefits of Exploring Peace Meditations : Che...

Change is all around; how might this prayer meet you in this time of change in your life? If you want to explore this with companion yoga postures and an essential oil, find this meditation on page 76 of Holy Listening with Breath, Body, and the Spirit. Send us a text! Support the show If you enjoy the benefits of Exploring Peace Meditations : Check out Whitney's books: With God in Every Brea...

Psalm 139:13 invites us to pause and appreciate how God made each of us! Take time today to listen and see what you see, hear, or notice. If you want to explore this with companion yoga postures and an essential oil, find this meditation on page 36 of Holy Listening with Breath, Body, and the Spirit. Send us a text! Support the show If you enjoy the benefits of Exploring Peace Meditations : Check...

Use your breath and your imagination to sit with Jesus and take some cleansing breaths today. If you would like to explore this passage with companion yoga postures and an essential oil, find this meditation on page 80 of Holy Listening with Breath, Body, and the Spirit . Send us a text! Support the show If you enjoy the benefits of Exploring Peace Meditations : Check out Whitney's books: Wit...

Life is full, but you really can be still and take a pause with your Creator . Whether you're at work, at home, or even traveling, find a place where you can be alone for about 20 minutes to relax and breathe. Your body and your spirit will be filled with God's presence and you will find more ease to finish out your day thanks to the benefits of Yoga Nidra. Return to this meditation each...

May this time of prayer and meditation cultivate a spirit of kindness, compassion, and forgiveness within our family relationships offering loving kindness to those we call our family. Note: This meditation does not assume all family relationships are emotionally healthy. Allow God to guide you in your offering of loving care and compassion. Send us a text! Support the show If you enjoy the benefi...

Whether in seated meditation or finding gentle movement in the silence, you can quiet your mind for 20 minutes with the companionship of this meditation. Choose this simple meditation when you simply need space to come close to God, God will come close to you. Send us a text! Support the show If you enjoy the benefits of Exploring Peace Meditations : Check out Whitney's books: With God in Eve...

Feeling weary? Need God's strength? Pause and breathe now in a purposeful and prayerful way. If you want to explore this with companion yoga postures and an essential oil, find this meditation on page 44 of Holy Listening with Breath, Body, and the Spirit. Send us a text! Support the show If you enjoy the benefits of Exploring Peace Meditations : Check out Whitney's books: With God in Ev...

Use the gift of your imagination and awareness of God's energy within you to awaken your heart space with joy today. This mindful meditation is the perfect start to your day to set a positive intention before God or practice anytime you need to awaken the joy within you.    Send us a text! Support the show If you enjoy the benefits of Exploring Peace Meditations : Check out Whitney's boo...

Allow your body to release the stress and burdens of the day by practicing this Yoga Nidra meditation as part of your nighttime routine. Let your burdens fall away and find peace, rest and sleep in the presence of your Creator.  Send us a text! Support the show If you enjoy the benefits of Exploring Peace Meditations : Check out Whitney's books: With God in Every Breath , Holy Listening with...

In John 20:1-18, there is a powerful reminder for us to notice God in our lives today. This passage recounts the story of Mary Magdalene's encounter with the risen Christ. Mary was grieving, confused, and searching for Jesus' body when she encountered the risen Christ. This encounter changed everything for Mary, and it can do the same for us. Listen and imagine seeing Jesus in your life...

This springtime walking meditation was created to companion you on a 20-minute mindful journey with God. You'll breathe, walk mindfully, and notice the change around and within you as you listen to the prompts. Let this meditation guide your listening time with your Creator as you're reminded of these words from Isaiah 43:19 (NRSV): I am about to do a new thing;     now it springs forth;...

Practice this Yoga Nidra for peace in seasons of change, and find rest in God’s presence as you relax and let go - releasing your worries with each breath. In a comfortable position, lying on your back, notice the natural rhythm of your breath and rest for 25 minutes. Return to this meditation anytime you need peace and rest.   Send us a text! Support the show If you enjoy the benefits of Explorin...

Loving Kindness Meditation is a mindfulness-based meditation that invites us to cultivate compassion, kindness, acceptance, and love - especially helpful in times of change or difficulty.  Find any posture, settle into God's presence to practice this meditation, and ask God to accompany you today.  Send us a text! Support the show If you enjoy the benefits of Exploring Peace Meditations : Che...

Consider these words from Henri Nouwen, "The careful balance between silence and words, withdrawal and involvement, distance and closeness, solitude and community, forms the basis of the Christian life."  Let Whitney companion you into silence with God as you take 15 minutes for your soul care to simply practice being quiet as you breathe.  Whether you start or end your day with 15 minut...

Pause and reset your body and spirit with purposeful breathing and use Whitney's guidance to find and practice the breath prayer that fits you in this season.  Send us a text! Support the show If you enjoy the benefits of Exploring Peace Meditations : Check out Whitney's books: With God in Every Breath , Holy Listening with Breath, Body, and the Spirit and Fully Human, Fully Divine Conne...

This guided energy meditation invites you to open your hands before God and let go of anything that gets in the way. Sit on the floor or in a chair and let's explore a posture of openness in God's presence.  While this meditation was created for the season of Lent, you can practice it anytime you need a reminder to open your hands before God, connect with your body and breath, and let go...

Holding on to tightness, perfection, worry, overwhelm, constant thinking or busy-ness? Take a little time for yourself and practice letting go. This shorter length Yoga Nidra meditation is ideal for an afternoon pick me up, to use when you're feeling overwhelmed, or to release your worries from the day. Find a seated or reclined posture and practice letting go with open hands. Send us a text!...

The Prayer of Examen is an ancient practice of St. Ignatius of Loyola that invites us to pause and notice God's activity in our lives with gratitude. Pause today and review the past 24 hours with God - Whitney will prompt you to recall when you felt close to and far away from God. You may wish to journal what you hear or simply listen and ponder.   Send us a text! Support the show If you enjo...