Sometimes we talk on other people's problems or pain. We are not the cause of someone suffering- nor is it entirely in our power to make the pain go away. This mediation teaches us how to be with someone is is struggling with out becoming overwhelmed.

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Try to sofen the edges of the physical sensations of a tight body.

Being kind to ourselves often feels weird the first time we try. Practice of compassion takes time - but is so worth the effort. You are enough! Visit Zen Librarian for more information on this Canadian!

In this meditation we practice cultivating compassion. For more information on my courses please visit :www.zenlibrarian.ca I want to reduce the suffering in teens and tweens. How can I help?

Relax the body and bring loving awareness to the body that moves us.

Learn a new technique to manage the stressful moments. Anxiety always hits is BEFORE the event. Using the Sloes of the feet technique to walk up to the front of the class before a presentation or performance.Soles of the feet can be used at your desk or before the big game. It is an invisible strategy that can be used by anyone at anytime. I use this techniques often when flying and as I walk up to the podium for a big keynote presentations. We all need tools for ...

Breathing can be such a powerful tool to manage big emotions and to stay focused. I invite you to get curious and think about how you breath! - what type of breath do you like?In this meditation we explore the anatomy and the difference between a heart breath and a belly breath. I am a yoga teacher and studied pranayama breathing - I am totally bias... I am a Heart breather. I was lucky enough to take a course with Leslie Kaminoff of the Breath Project. We will explore further...

Do you want to learn more techniques ? Making Friends with yourself for teens that has been proven to reduce anxiety and depression by 32%. This is not group therapy but rather a strategy class to help teens ages 12-18 find healthy ways to manage stress. This year has been hard. Join me online for hands on stress management and resiliency training.

Bringing loving kindness to people in our lives can help deepen our connection with others and ourselves. In Buddhism this is known as the practice of Metta. Meditation allows us to practice the cultivation of compassion and loving kindness.New Teen class Starts April 6th. for more information visit my Website www.zenlibrarian.ca or follow me on facebook.

Sometimes we feel like we are the only person on the face of the earth to have difficult feelings. This meditation reminds us we are not alone, broken, weird or different. We often feel isolated with our shame and emotions. Here we practice giving compassion to others as we normalize the human experience. - Life is hard for everyone!

This meditation is a core practice. We start the self compassion break as a meditation but with practice you will be able to use these skills in moment of difficulty. Be Kind to Yourself! Please checkout my website or Facebook page Zen Librarian for more information on my courses and presentations. www.zenlibrarian.ca

Social anxiety sucks. Loving yourself is a badass thing to do. In this practice we remind ourselves that we are enough and there are people in our lives who love us. Sitting with what ever emotions arise. Being with what is.... Sending love and light.

Friendships are tricky. Learn how to be with what is when meeting difficult situations with compassion. Meditation to follow.

Let's get real - Pandemic life is hard. This meditation is a bit sassy and helps me let go of stress. Breathing helps activate vagus nerve! Stay well !

Let's practice. The more you practice at home - the more you can use these skills in your everyday life. Learn to turn towards anxiety with compassion and say to your anxious thoughts:"this feels real but is not true"" everything is going to work out""I am doing the best I can"Repeat, repeat, repeat..Learning a different approach to an anxious mind.

Learn a mindful approach to anxiety and looping thoughts. These are trying times. Thank you for practicing with me. The follow episode will be the practice for this technique. Good luck- Keep practicing.

Thank you everyone for all the downloads. the Sleep apps areInsight Timer ( check out mediation and sleep stories) https://insighttimer.com/meditation-appCalm Apphttps://www.calm.com/Sleep with Me Podcast http://www.sleepwithmepodcast.com/

Get nerdy about breathing! Do you like to breathe in to your belly or in to your heart?(I am a heart breather! - I feel so good!)

Moment to moment mindfulness is essential for well being. - We can change our thought patterns with awareness.