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Mindful Paws: Calm Connection Through Pet Meditation
With Ahsa MarandiEmbark on a transformative journey in the course, Mindful Paws, where you will learn the art of meditating with your pet. This course is designed for pet owners seeking relaxation, connection, and enhanced well-being through sharing meditation with their pets. Lesson 1 introduces the concept of pet meditation, distinguishes it from other meditation forms, and sets the stage for what participants can expect. Ahsa shares her personal journey into pet meditation, inviting students to actively engage in the course. Lesson 2 delves into the numerous benefits of meditating alongside pets, supported by compelling research. Participants will uncover how pet companionship fosters emotional support, reduces stress, and enhances quality of life, all while strengthening the bond between pet and owner. Lesson 3 focuses on creating the ideal meditation space for both you and your pet, addressing common challenges, and offering strategies to accommodate your pet's unique personality and rhythms. Patience and flexibility are emphasized in this nurturing environment. Lesson 4 invites participants to deepen their practice, inspired by Rumi’s field of tranquility. Students will explore how to immerse themselves in love and presence with their pets, free of distractions, cultivating lasting peace and connection. Lesson 5 integrates all of the lessons, encouraging participants to mindfully connect with their pets, embrace the bond shared, and express gratitude through a full-length guided meditation. Lesson 6 includes a bonus loving-kindness meditation for you and your pet—a chance to support each other even deeper and cultivate compassion, not just for each other, but for all living beings on the planet. Join us in Mindful Paws as we celebrate the joy of pet meditation, enhance emotional bonds, and cultivate a peaceful coexistence with our pets. Create cherished memories with your pet, all while unlocking the calm within. Background Music by Chris Collins Pictured is Ahsa and her cat, Oscar
Learn how to nurture bonding, enhance well-being, and live a more peaceful life through meditating with animals.
About this course
Embark on a transformative journey in the course, Mindful Paws, where you will learn the art of meditating with your pet. This course is designed for pet owners seeking relaxation, connection, and enhanced well-being through sharing meditation with their pets. Lesson 1 introduces the concept of pet meditation, distinguishes it from other meditation forms, and sets the stage for what participants can expect. Ahsa shares her personal journey into pet meditation, inviting students to actively engage in the course. Lesson 2 delves into the numerous benefits of meditating alongside pets, supported by compelling research. Participants will uncover how pet companionship fosters emotional support, reduces stress, and enhances quality of life, all while strengthening the bond between pet and owner. Lesson 3 focuses on creating the ideal meditation space for both you and your pet, addressing common challenges, and offering strategies to accommodate your pet's unique personality and rhythms. Patience and flexibility are emphasized in this nurturing environment. Lesson 4 invites participants to deepen their practice, inspired by Rumi’s field of tranquility. Students will explore how to immerse themselves in love and presence with their pets, free of distractions, cultivating lasting peace and connection. Lesson 5 integrates all of the lessons, encouraging participants to mindfully connect with their pets, embrace the bond shared, and express gratitude through a full-length guided meditation. Lesson 6 includes a bonus loving-kindness meditation for you and your pet—a chance to support each other even deeper and cultivate compassion, not just for each other, but for all living beings on the planet. Join us in Mindful Paws as we celebrate the joy of pet meditation, enhance emotional bonds, and cultivate a peaceful coexistence with our pets. Create cherished memories with your pet, all while unlocking the calm within. Background Music by Chris Collins Pictured is Ahsa and her cat, Oscar
Meet your Teacher
A cat named Pumpkin first introduced this meditation teacher, science nerd, and animal lover to the practice of pet meditation nearly 10 years ago. She taught Ahsa that meditation doesn't have to be serious or even practiced alone; it can instead be a joyful, shared experience. Ahsa has continued to study and refine the practice of pet meditation with her own cats and with people and pets from around the world in her weekly, live pet meditation events on Insight Timer. Immersed in the transformative practices of yoga and meditation since 2004, Ahsa completed her 200-hour yoga teacher training in 2010 and has taught hundreds of yoga and meditation classes since then. In addition to her foundational training, Ahsa holds a bachelor's degree in biology and delights in the intersection of yoga and science, often incorporating scientific research into her teachings to enrich her students' experiences. Through her work, Ahsa strives to create a welcoming environment where everyone can experience the benefits of mindfulness and connection, both with themselves and their pets.