Beginner's Mirror Meditation

"To know the self as the only reality and all else as temporal and transient is freedom, peace and joy. It is all very simple. Instead of seeing things as imagined, learn to see them as they are. When you can see everything as it is, you will also see yourself as you are. It is like cleansing a mirror. The same mirror that shows you the world as it is, will also show you your own face. The thought 'I am' is the polishing cloth. Use it.”

— Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj

For most of us, and with rare exception, we live in a state of disconnect from our True Nature. We may have intellectual understanding of it or even experiences of union, long or short, of being the Self. But by and large, as soon as life demands an interaction or action (or reaction) of us, we simply forget. Even if we are well-anchored in our Divinity, that nature is pure potential and an ever-expanding mystery to our human side. In other words, for the little self, there is always more to discover or experience. Mirror Meditation is a form of meditation that makes it easier to learn to distinguish the facets of our life-experience as both human and Divine.

In this introductory course, the first and only training of its kind, you'll develop practices for genuine self-transformation and realization. Lay the groundwork of understanding in 10 informational and practical lessons. You’ll learn foundational theory and important concepts to developing a successful practice. Then apply what you've learned in guided practices to acquaint and deepen your experience with this amazing path for a meaningful mirror meditation practice. So start today for greater self-acceptance, broadened awareness, and a deeper connection to True Self.

Mirror Meditation is a path for earnest seekers and those of sound mental and emotional health. As you work through the lessons, please take your time. Don't be surprised if you find you need time to integrate between practices before moving on to the next lesson.

Lección 1: A Magical Mystery Tour

In this first lesson, you'll discover why the mirror is such a powerful meditation tool and come to know some of the benefits available from working with it. You'll be guided to experience a beginner's practice and be given some ideas for getting more comfortable with working with the mirror.

Lección 2: Preparations For Mirror Meditation

Today's session is all about preparing for a successful mirror meditation practice. We’ll talk about some important tools you'll need and ways to best set up your mirror and space. There is also a common questions and answer section. Once you complete the steps presented here, you'll be ready to continue to Session 3.

Lección 3: A Case Of Mistaken Identity

In this third beginner's mirror meditation session, we’ll cover some important concepts surrounding the most essential and foundational focus of mirror meditations and the biggest trap: the image. You'll also be introduced to another guided practice.

Lección 4: Two Key Skills

In this guided session, we'll dive right in and practice two important skills in mirror meditation: steady breathing and the shifting of perception. So make sure your space is ready and meet me at the mirror.

Lección 5: Freeing Expression

In this session, we'll work to free the energy of self-expression with a mirror practice to help clear the vocal channel of blocks. If one feels inhibited in expressing one's self, this can present a roadblock to a deepening practice. Proceed compassionately and take all the time you need here. This session contains a trigger warning.

Lección 6: Baby, Mom & Dad

Deeper and deeper we go as we continue our explorations in Mirror Meditation. In this session, you'll be guided through a practice that can ultimately untangle your sense of yourself from the projections of those who raised you. This session contains a trigger warning.

Lección 7: Embodiment

What does it mean to 'be embodied'? Aren't we 'in body' already? In this practice, we'll use the mirror as feedback to help us become more deeply aware of our physical vessel and the ways over our lifetimes that we may have become disconnected from it.

Lección 8: The Sum Of Our Experiences

You may have heard expressions that refer to how our histories become etched on our faces. Actually, what we see in the mirror represents the entire culmination of our life experiences, but take a deeper look at your history in this guided mirror practice and realize the malleability of the self.

Lección 9: Tasting The Seer

In today's practice, we begin to create a relationship with what I refer to as "The Ally" or "Seer", that quality of not just an impartial witness, but an unconditional and supportive friend. But instead of looking for such friends outside of ourselves, we find them within.

Lección 10: In Closing...

Congratulations! You’ve almost completed this introduction to Mirror Mediation. In our last session, I want to share a bit about working with a guide, possible next steps, and invite you to join the Mirror Meditation Circle here on Insight Timer.

Reviews

Such a hard yet deeper experience than regular meditation. My first time using this technique. Looking forward to journeying more with it❣️💟

Mirror meditation practice is new to me, even though I've heard of being utilized in selected Tibetan Buddhist practice. This was a great introductory course, and I'm curious and eager to learn more!