By Ally | Mantra , Meditation
Welcome and Namaste 🙂 Today we are exploring the skill of concentration (vitakka or dharana – the ability to CHOOSE what you want to pay attention to). We’ve explored this concept before and we practice the skill of concentration every time we sit down to meditate. Today we will explore this skill through the practice of Mantra. […]
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By Ally | Meditation
Welcome and Namaste 🙂 Today we are exploring into the practice of EQUANIMITY – one of the main skills that we cultivate in a meditation practice. Equanimity means to “maintain mental calmness, composure, and evenness of temper, especially in a difficult situation.”Are there certain people or situations that trigger anger, rage, and make it difficult for you […]
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By Ally | Gratitude , Meditation
Welcome and Namaste 🙂 Today’s topic is Gratitude. This Gratitude Meditation is meant to lead you into a state of FEELING gratitude deeply in your body.What is Gratitude Meditation? Gratitude meditation is a type of meditation that focuses on expressing gratitude for the things in your life. Did you know that gratitude has many physical benefits, along with […]
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By Ally | Meditation
Welcome and Namaste 🙂 Today we are exploring one of the skills that arises from a meditation practice which is a deep sense of CARE. One of my beloved teachers, Jeff Warren categorizes many of the compassion practices under the umbrella term of Care. You may be familiar with some of these practices such as Metta, Loving […]
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By Ally | Meditation
Welcome and Namaste, today we are exploring Equanimity. One of the most powerful skills that arises from a meditation practice. Cultivate equanimity in the face of life’s ups and downs, and find deeper access to joy. When we cultivate equanimity, there’s an inner peace that we can abide in in any situation in life. […]
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By Ally | Meditation
Welcome and Namaste 🙂 Today is day two of our meditation challenge, I’m so happy you are here. We are exploring another one of the main skills that is cultivated in a meditation practice today: CLARITY. Clarity is another one of those umbrella terms for skills that are learned through a variety of […]
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By Ally | Meditation
Welcome and Namaste 🙂 Today is day one of our meditation challenge and I am so glad that you are here. We are exploring one of the main skills that is cultivated in a meditation practice today: CONCENTRATION. Concentration is really one of the most powerful skills that we gain from a consistent […]
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By Ally | Meditation Tips
THANK YOU! I’m so grateful for the overwhelming response and participation in this meditation challenge. I am honoured to be your guide in learning together in this community and I have some quick tips to set you up for success. The main one is: Practice FIRST THING in the morning if you can. You will […]
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By Ally | Meditation
This is one of the most powerful compassion practices that I’ve learned over the years. In today’s guided meditation we’ll be awakening compassion through the practice of Tonglen. Tonglen is a Tibetan Buddhist Practice which is sometimes translated as “giving and receiving”. It’s a very powerful practice, a simple practice. And some find […]
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By Ally | Health , PUPPP Pregnancy Rash
How I cured my PUPPP pregnancy rash naturally! *Disclaimer: I am not a doctor or giving medical advice! I simply wanted to share what foods helped me heal and worked naturally for my body for those seeking relief. Also – be prepared for graphic photos and video of my gnarly rash * If […]
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