Be Kind To Yourself - Advice For Those Struggling With Meditation And Spiritual Practice

This talk is meant for meditators, and practitioners of other spiritual disciplines who have a habit of being too hard on themselves in reference to their chosen contemplative practice. My hope is that by sharing the lessons that I have learned (and am still learning) about quieting my own inner critic, that I am able to encourage fellow meditators to continue their practice in a way that feels easeful, compassionate, and balanced for their own needs. TL;DR: Be kind to yourself

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My first practice of 2026 is officially in the books.

Canaan, thank you for this insightful lesson. You have such a kind spirit and have already acquired wisdom far beyond your years.

Wishing you all the very best in the weeks and months ahead.

feeling discouraged career/work wise. applying these principles to that feels good. thank you.

I love your comparison of meditation is like a snowflake, no two are ever alike. Everyone’s path looks different and every sitting is a unique experience. Thank you for your insights 🙏🏻