Meditate with Miinkay

When was the last time you took a moment to admire something beautiful? For the longest time I was an incredibly driven person - always planning my future and 10 steps ahead. I never stopped to smell any roses or enjoy the small things. But meditation is all about enjoying the small things. So pause with me and enjoy a rose with this meditation. You can reach Miinkay: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠hello@MiinkayYu.co...

Life throws you curve balls all the time. Often when we lease expect it. You might say that obstacles are a constant in life, but they don't have to get you down. Remember that you have overcome obstacles in the past and you can keep overcoming them. You are resilient, wise and strong. When times get tough, remember you can rely on yourself and a little meditation to get you through. You can r...

One of my favorite ways to use meditation is to help revitalize my energy. In this podcast you'll get support around replenishing and refueling yourself with a few simple steps. Afterwards you'll feel fuller and brighter. Thanks for being here! You can reach Miinkay: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠hello@MiinkayYu.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www. MiinkayYu.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ |

A smile can change your mood for the better. Even when you don't feel like smiling, faking it for a moment can remind you that there are things to be happy for. Try this smiling meditation with me and see how it affects you. Thanks for stopping by! You can reach Miinkay: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠hello@MiinkayYu.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www. MiinkayYu.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ | 

This mediation was inspired by my new dog. If you enjoy being with your pet, then turn it into a meditation by being fully present with them. I can help you with this short guided meditation on being with your pet. Take this meditation into your every day life so that you can find moments of peace and joy. You can reach Miinkay: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠hello@MiinkayYu.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www. MiinkayYu.com⁠⁠⁠...

Bring nature to you, through meditation. On this meditation we'll take a short ride on a canoe to the center of a lake. There's nothing like being out in nature with no one else around. I hope you like this meditation and remember you can come back to this place whenever you want.  You can reach Miinkay: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠hello@MiinkayYu.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www. MiinkayYu.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ |

Your phone can be really distracting, but instead can you turn it around and use your phone to meditate? YES you can! And I'll show you how. You can reach Miinkay: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠hello@MiinkayYu.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www. MiinkayYu.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ |

You can meditate with your eyes open. Take a few minutes with me and to do a short study of your favorite photos. We'll spend about 1 minute per photo to bring some mindfulness and presence to your day. Thanks for joining me! You can reach Miinkay: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠hello@MiinkayYu.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www. MiinkayYu.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ |

I got inspired to make this meditation because a friend of mine said, " I feel good during meditation, but then afterwards, how do I keep the peaceful feeling?" And that got us started on a conversation about how we might be beating ourselves up when we don't even realize it. It's important to know when you're upset with yourself and to then forgive yourself for anything you&...

Mindful eating is a wonderful way to meditate. You don't have to spend a whole meal mindfully eating, but try to take the first 3 bites in a mindful way. It will bring you to the present and give you time to enjoy what you're eating. Happy eating! You can reach Miinkay: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠hello@MiinkayYu.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www. MiinkayYu.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ |

Even when you can't leave to go somewhere beautiful you can still visit beautiful places through meditation. Join me as we walk through a meadow filled with wildflowers and deer. You won't regret taking a few minutes out of your day to find a moment of peace. You can reach Miinkay: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠hello@MiinkayYu.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www. MiinkayYu.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ |

Some days are tough and it's easy to fall into the hole of negative thinking. I know, I used to think really negatively ALL THE TIME. But enter into my sphere, affirmations. These positive thoughts have helped turn my mental health around. That's why I'm bringing them into these short meditations. Because we just need a reminder that everything is going to be ok. You can reach Miinkay:...

A few months ago I picked up a book of poetry by Rumi as translated by Nader Khalili. I love his work and I find reading poetry to be really meditative. Listen a few times if you can! You can reach Miinkay: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠hello@MiinkayYu.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www. MiinkayYu.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ |

You can meditate with your regular ritual of doing laundry. When I started doing this, I realized how nice it was to just do laundry. I turned off my music or podcasts and just enjoyed the warmth and freshness that is clean clothes! Thanks for listening! You can reach Miinkay: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠hello@MiinkayYu.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www. MiinkayYu.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ |

Slowing down with your breath is the simplest way to meditate. You don't have to move you can do it standing or sitting - practically anywhere. Allow me to guide you on this short breathing meditation meant to help you come into focus and presence.  You can reach Miinkay: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠hello@MiinkayYu.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www. MiinkayYu.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ |

Slow down with a calming cup of tea or any drink. Life can pass you buy if you're not paying attention. So sit down with your favorite hot drink and listen to this meditation for a moment of relaxing with your drink. You can reach Miinkay: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠hello@MiinkayYu.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www. MiinkayYu.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ |

Incorporate meditation into your every day route through mindful teeth brushing! Brushing your teeth takes 2 minutes but are you present for any of it? Or is it just a chore that you do? Take some time to recognize that you are using those 2 minutes to take care of yourself and try to enjoy the minty freshness of brushing your teeth. It may seem mundane and simple, but only if you see it that way....

You can incorporate meditation into washing your hands! The key is to be mindful, slow down and enjoy what is happening. Don't rush through it like you need to get it done. I hope you enjoy this one! Miinkay You can reach Miinkay: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠hello@MiinkayYu.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www. MiinkayYu.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ |

Let's bring a little more mindfulness into your busy life by slowing down when you water your plants. Take your time as you find your tools, start watering your plants and admire them as if they were super beautiful. Thanks for listening! Miinkay You can reach Miinkay: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠hello@MiinkayYu.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www. MiinkayYu.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ |

Something as short and simple as brushing your hair is a self-care ritual. Take a few minutes to slow it down and turn it into a meditation. I hope this gives you a good idea on how to slow down your life just a little bit so that you can enjoy it more and find small moments of peace in your busy day. Thanks for trying it out! Miinkay You can reach Miinkay: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠hello@MiinkayYu.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠...

Have you ever tried using Affirmations? Affirmations are positive sayings that help you with positive emotions like confidence, encouragement and peace. Today we'll be meditating with an affirmation. I'll guide you through a short mindfulness practice on saying the affirmation: I Am Enough. You can reach Miinkay: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠hello@MiinkayYu.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www. MiinkayYu.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ |

I often get lots of junk mail and always just chuck it in the recycling bin. But when I slow down even for just a few seconds then my experience gets better. I am calmer. I don't hate the mail. I just accept that people want me to pay attention to something. Then I respectfully say no thank you and gently put the mail in the recycling bin. Please give it a try. It will only extend your experie...

I once had a friend who hated grocery shopping and would just rush through it as fast as possible. If this is you, can you make the first few minutes before your experience a little better with meditation? Take a moment to be more present in this regular life task. And remember you're there to find nourishing foods for you body. Even if there are more things you don't like than like. Can y...

Try this kind of meditation - sit or walk while you listen to this episode. But try to focus only on the poem itself. Absorb the words and be with the images that show up in your mind. I hope you enjoy. Poetry can be a short and beautiful pause from your every day life. Miinkay Poem - Birches by Robert Frost You can reach Miinkay: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠hello@MiinkayYu.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www. MiinkayYu.com⁠...

Come back to presence. Washing your dishes or putting them in the dishwasher is something you might do daily. Can you make it into a meditation? I'll teach you how through this short meditation. Fit moving meditations into any part of your life. Try to become more present. Don't think about anything except what you are doing. If your mind wanders, that's ok just bring it back to what y...