Hurry Up And Meditate

“Your future depends on your dreams, so go to sleep.”  Mesut Barazany  Today's episode is designed to help you feel relaxed enough to fall asleep.  Hear some active tips to prepare for bedtime.  Get comfy because I am going to walk you through a guided meditation written by Sean Fargo entitled, Total Body Relaxation for Sleep , that is going to send you floating on a cloud.   It's time t...

How can we practice acceptance?  What does that entail?   Let’s explore acceptance within the context of our current situation, or facts about ourselves,  as a whole and without judgement.  Looking at who we are and what is happening, and accepting that this is our reality in this moment in time.  This can be freeing and it can be a foundation for growth and change.    True power comes from within...

Sometimes all you can do in the middle of a heartache is breathe.  Today we will learn and then practice a breathing method called 4 -7 -8.   We’ll also take a deep dive into what it actually means to check-in with yourself.  Learn a practical journaling resource you can use for a daily practice for your physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health.   Inhale through your nose for four counts....

If breathing techniques can calm you down, the contraposition would also be true, that breathing techniques could also get you worked up.  Why would you do this to yourself?  Let’s say that you are about to give a big speech that requires dynamic energy, you can bring yourself to that higher level before you go on stage with a pranayama technique called Bhastrika. (bu-stree-ka), more commonly know...

While deep breathing meditations can make you feel so relaxed.  You’ll also benefit to know that some meditation techniques can make you feel energized!  Today’s episode is the exploration of the latter and it is called Kapalabhati or Breath of Fire! We’ll talk about all of the amazing benefits of this breathwork, including tips on when to use it.  I’ll break down the mechanics of this technique i...

John Lennon said, “Creativity is a gift.  It doesn’t come through if the air is cluttered.” This quote inspired a Google deep dive about decluttering and landing on articles about Feng Shui.  I am a Feng Shui novice.  I have heard of it, but have never learned nor used the concept.  Luckily, professional Feng Shui consultants like Anji Cho and writer Grace Bueley Hunt, have done their research for...

When we set big goals that take time to come to fruition, what happens to the days in between?  Ram Dass warned us that we are missing out on the joy of being alive if we are stuck inside our heads.   And that is what our episode is about today.   Listen in as we break down the concept of simple pleasures and the role they play.  Why do they matter and most importantly, what does your unique list...

There is a Chinese Proverb that says, “When the winds of change blow, some people build walls and some build windmills.”   Change is inevitable.  Nothing stays exactly the same forever.  People, nature, circumstances all grow and develop over time.  They are meant to evolve in order to become the best versions of themselves and be able to contribute to their environment. A benefit of meditation is...

We are all deserving of life’s good fortunes.  When good things show up for us, both big and small, it stirs joy from within us.  Kindness from strangers, a stroke of luck, found money, new opportunities, good parking spots.  Every day, in some small way, the winds of good fortune can blow your way.    It’s a lifelong practice is to raise your vibrational alignment to be in tune with good fortune....

Shine a light on your discomfort in today's unique meditation practice.  Learn a hand placement mudra for when you are feeling stressed out.  Most importantly, discover more about who you really are.  It's time to Hurry Up And Meditate.

The H.A.L.T. Principle serves as a warning system.  We can backslide progress we are making in our lives when these basic needs are not being met.  Fortunately, hunger, anger, loneliness and tiredness can be identified and addressed.  No one is perfect and we aim to quell these states before making decisions. Click on this episode for some understanding and good advice on use the H.A.L.T. Principl...

Sometimes all you can do in the middle of a heartache is breathe.  Today we will learn and then practice a breathing method called 4 -7 -8.   We’ll also take a deep dive into what it actually means to check-in with yourself.  Learn a practical journaling resource you can use for a daily practice for your physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health.   Inhale through your nose for four counts....

Louise Hay, founder of Hay House Publishing, and author of several books about connecting the mind and body said, “Feeling resistance is the first step to change.”   Change presents risk on two levels.  Risk of moving forward into the unknown of tomorrow and the risk of letting go of yesterday.   This episode examines our fear of change, prescribes an active journal assignment, and uses neck relea...

The brain is so dynamic.  It is capable of volumes of information storage and creative thought.  The brain machine would run on high gear all day every day if we let it.  The problem is, if we allow that, it takes a toll on the body.  Therefore, we must allow the brain to rest.  This is why we meditate.  Meditation, sitting in stillness sounds so blissful, and it is, but what no one tells you is y...

Today we will explore the feelings of being misunderstood.   Then we'll address the core questions, "Can I detach from the pain of feeling misunderstood by another person?  Can I accept that they do not fully connect with me on this topic or at this time?  Can I be okay without their acceptance and understanding?" I will use a few minutes to talk about Santosha.  This yogic concept...

“Your future depends on your dreams, so go to sleep.”  Mesut Barazany  Today's episode is designed to help you feel relaxed enough to fall asleep.  Hear some active tips to prepare for bedtime.  Get comfy because I am going to walk you through a guided meditation written by Sean Fargo entitled, Total Body Relaxation for Sleep , that is going to send you floating on a cloud.   It's time t...

What is the advice you wished you had been given or listened to as a teen?  What guidance is relevant for the young people living in our world today?  This episode is partly an offering to any teens who might be listening to this podcast and partly a reflection and advice for my own inner child to remember and embrace.   I recently came across an article by Elizabeth Spencer entitled, "17 Imp...

Back by popular demand is this episode on candle gazing.  Enjoy!  Focus is a superpower!  What you focus on will grow and where you lose focus can shrink.  Tune in to this episode of Hurry Up And Meditate for the best quote, affirmation, journal assignment and workday advice in alignment with focus.  The meditation lesson is a candle gazing practice called Trataka.  Just a few of the many benefits...

Stress can affect our emotions, bodies and how we behave, in lots of different ways. Sometimes when we are stressed, we might be able to tell right away.  At other times, we might keep going without recognizing the signs.   This episode explores the signs, symptoms and effects of stress on our bodies and in our lives.  Learn to recognize and embrace any stressful elements.  Know that this too shal...

Imposter syndrome can arise when you feel like other people know more and are more qualified to do what you are doing.  Self-doubt and negative self-talk are the evidence that imposter syndrome is creeping into your life.  For me, I know I am feeling imposter syndrome when I am turning down opportunities that are within my capabilities, yet outside of my comfort zone.   This episode comes complete...

You have chosen the topic Meditation for Anxiety because you are having anxious thoughts and feelings right now or you want to prepare yourself with tools on how to handle anxiety the next time it creeps back into your head.  Thank you for being self-aware and putting an action to your awareness.   Anxious thoughts speed up your mind to what feels like 100 miles per hour.  Instead of trying to sla...

Can we mentally declutter our emotions the way we physically declutter a drawer?  Dumping everything out so you can see it, then sifting through and decide what to keep and what to let go of.   A critical step is addressing each item as you go along.  Avoid a build-up of junk.   On the emotional side, if you are angry about an issue, you can journal to bring it to light and examine it.  Take the t...

After a meditation, I experience the benefits of a relaxed body and a clear-thinking mind.  Getting quiet and practicing meditation also helps me to tune into my intuition.  I use this inner voice to help guide my decisions throughout the day.   To achieve these benefits, I have to quiet my environment so I can mediate.  Tune in for tips and strategies on how to “get quiet” so you can Hurry Up And...

There is no style and method of meditation that are “perfect”.  The only perfect meditation is the one that you’ve chosen for yourself to practice today.  Even when your meditation is messy and you have to come back to your mantra 100 times, it’s still perfect for this moment.   Will you miss out on the benefits of meditation because you’ll make mistakes?   Will you have the courage to show up, le...

What does it mean to "send positive vibes"?  Is this a real thing?  If so, can that be used in healing yourself or others?  On the other side of the coin, can negative thoughts slow or stop the healing process?  Together, we explore this topic.   This episode also includes 3 tips on how to stop a negative thought loop.  An awesome journal assignment on going complaint-free for a week plu...