Sometimes, we might feel like life is happening to us, instead of moving through us. Our sense of rhythm and balance is off and we don't feel like we're showing up as our "best self." We have lost our "centre". We all know life isn't a steady reliable stream of anything. It's unpredictable, despite our best laid plans. As Jon Kabat-Zinn said: “You can’t stop the waves, but you can learn to surf.” In this meditation we’ll journey inward — to reconnect with our centre. Because within eac...

When we are overwhelmed, it can feel like the weight of the world is on our shoulders. Tasks, emotions, or situations pile up and there's simply too much on the go and we feel unable to manage or navigate through everything. It’s easy to become anxious, stressed, or disconnected from our own sense of peace when we are overwhelmed. This guided meditation is designed to help you pause, breathe, and reconnect with a place of calm. Through mindfulness, deep breathing, guided visualization ...

We all feel "stuck" sometimes. We have moments in life - whether it's in our careers, relationships or personal goals. Maybe you're caught in a job that no longer excites you, struggling to find direction in a creative project, or just feeling like you're spinning your wheels day after day. That feeling of frustration or resignation that comes when we can't find the way "through" to our "next" is what happens when we feel stuck. We've all been there. In this meditation, we'll take a few...

Winter can be a challenge to navigate; the cold, dark days and less light picking up our spirits and warming us. As the winter solstice (December 21) marks the shortest day/longest night of the year, it also marks a return, albeit gradual, to more light and more warmth. This winter meditation is designed to help loosen the hold of a cold, dark season and tap into the light and warmth within. SPOILER ALERT: You'll need a candle and a dark quiet room for this one, so prep in advanc...

Whether it's a power nap before a big event, some extra zzz's after a sleepless night, an indulgent afternoon or a necessity for maintaining your energy levels, napping is a special kind of sleep. There are many benefits to a short nap and this meditation is intended to help you maximize the 20 or 30 minutes you have set aside to restore and refuel yourself. So get comfy so we can power down to power up! Support the show Thanks for listening to Calm & Senses. You can find us on In...

Spring is a time of new beginnings. We clear away the weight of the winter and feel lighter as warmer temperatures, longer days and more sunlight become the norm. From a literal shedding of winter layers to the more figurative imagery of nature in bloom, it's hard not to feel something shift within us when the seasons change. This feeling can manifest in actions as well - spring cleaning - a clearing away of the clutter from seasons past to create space; of ridding ourselves of ...

Everything starts with the breath. Mindful breathing meditation is a foundational practice that helps you train your awareness, reduce your stress response and cultivate calm. Paying attention on purpose, in the present moment and without judgement; these are the ingredients of some really important work within ourselves. It may look passive , but sitting still with your eyes closed, paying attention to your breath and noticing the physical sensations of breathing, is not passiv...

Waiting is a natural part of life and yet at times the impact of waiting can feel more acute than usual. We may be waiting to receive a phone call or an email, important news or results. Maybe we are waiting for a traffic light to change when we're in a hurry, waiting our turn in a long line, or for a bus to arrive or to board a plane and take off. There are countless scenarios of waiting and the act of waiting can create stress for many of us. This is a meditation to help us fin...

Self-love is about accepting all of us - even the parts of ourselves that we don’t always like: It’s about treating ourselves with kindness and respect even when things are not going well. This doesn’t mean that you have to always feel good about yourself. It can mean that when you are feeling down, angry, or disappointed, that the home base to which you return is a place of love and support. This guided meditation will dial up your self-compassion and our kinder inner voice.&nbs...

We all have times when we feel the weight of the world within us. Perhaps we are under the weather or dealing with other challenges to our physical body. In addition to any multitude of advised and supported medical treatment, we may wish to feel that we are doing something to support an overall sense of ease and well-being as we navigate a path to better health. This meditation is designed to help you find comfort within. Support the show Thanks for listening to Calm & Senses. You ...

Calm & Senses aims to help you find your inner calm in the outer chaos by making meditation super practical. Each meditation is fully guided. Together we will explore meditations for many moments in life. Moments when we want to be energized, moments when we want to relax, and be calm and feel more centred. Calm and Senses is a growing collection of guided meditations to support your meditaiton journey. Support the show Thanks for listening to Calm & Senses. You can find us on Instagr...

Do any of these sound familiar?: "Falling asleep isn't the problem, staying asleep is!" Or "I wake up in the middle of the night and then I can't get back to sleep." Or "How do I fall back to sleep after waking up in the middle of the night?" After hearing this from a number of people the "Meditation for Falling Back to Sleep" was created to help you take specific action and leverage meditation to get back to the sleep you need and deserve for your health and well-being. Support the show Than...

This guided walking meditation will help you discover mindfulness and source your inner calm through movement. Walk outside or at home on a treadmill — take your pick and experience meditation in action that leaves you relaxed, grounded and invigorated. Support the show Thanks for listening to Calm & Senses. You can find us on Instagram at calmandsenses or learn more about our virtual classes at calmandsenses.com Like what you're hearing? Please become a supporter! https://www.buz...

Good sleep hygiene is key for our well-being. But even if we have great bedtime practices it can still be hard to let go of the tension and inertia from a full-throttle day. This meditation will help you wind down in the evening and is a great addition to your bedtime routine. Support the show Thanks for listening to Calm & Senses. You can find us on Instagram at calmandsenses or learn more about our virtual classes at calmandsenses.com Like what you're hearing? Please become a su...

This short meditation will leave you calm and energized, ready for the day ahead. It's a perfect start to your day, immediately upon waking. Support the show Thanks for listening to Calm & Senses. You can find us on Instagram at calmandsenses or learn more about our virtual classes at calmandsenses.com Like what you're hearing? Please become a supporter! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2069777/supporters/new

This guided sleep meditation will help you fall asleep quickly. Let go of the day, calm your mind, relax completely and drift off into a peaceful sleep for the night. Release stress and overthinking and achieve a quiet, peaceful state so that you can have a great night's sleep and wake up restored and refreshed for a new day. Support the show Thanks for listening to Calm & Senses. You can find us on Instagram at calmandsenses or learn more about our virtual classes at calman...

Need a quick break to recalibrate during a hectic day? This mindfulness moment will give you a quick reset wherever you are. Plug in your ear gear and steal away a few minutes to get back to you! Support the show Thanks for listening to Calm & Senses. You can find us on Instagram at calmandsenses or learn more about our virtual classes at calmandsenses.com Like what you're hearing? Please become a supporter! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2069777/supporters/new